Jeneath Wong makes history, wins Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship
In a thrilling final round, Jeneath clinched victory by just one stroke, securing not only the title but also a host of opportunities on the global stage.
SHAH ALAM - Jeneath Wong has etched her name in history as the first Malaysian to win the prestigious Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) Championship.
In a thrilling final round, Jeneath clinched victory by just one stroke, securing not only the title but also a host of opportunities on the global stage.
With this historic win, Jeneath earned coveted spots in three major championships this year—the AIG Women’s Open, the Amundi Evian Championship and the Chevron Championship.
She also received invitations to the Hana Financial Group Championship, ISPS Handa Australian Open, the 122nd Women’s Amateur Championship, and by tradition, the esteemed Augusta National Women’s Amateur.
Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Jeneath described the moment as a dream come true.
“Thank you WAAP, The R&A Golf and Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation for making this event so special.
“Thank you as well to the Malaysian Golf Association for giving me this opportunity to be the first Malaysian to win this tournament and my amazing teammates for making these memories a lifetime!” she said.
Jeneath’s triumph at the WAAP is a significant milestone for Malaysian golf, further cementing the nation’s presence in the international golfing arena.
Her victory not only showcases her exceptional talent but also inspires a new generation of aspiring golfers in Malaysia.
As she prepares for her upcoming major tournaments, all eyes will be on Jeneath as she takes on some of the biggest stages in women’s golf.
With her determination and skill, she is set to make Malaysia proud on the world stage.
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