"So disappointing" to "See you again tomorrow": Superstar Kim Hyo-ju's exceptional grace amid the shadow of a three-game losing streak [Goyang on-site report]

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She set out aiming for a three-peat but ran into a significant obstacle. Kim Hyo-ju (31, Lotte) heads into a challenging final round.

Kim Hyo-ju recorded a 70, two under par, with four birdies and two bogeys during the third round of the Aramco Korea Championship (total prize money: 2 million dollars) on the Ladies European Tour (LET), held at New Korea CC (par 72) in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on the 10th.

Kim Hyo-ju, who had a cumulative score of seven under par, 209 strokes, after three rounds, cut two strokes on the day but fell to a tie for 13th place as the gap widened by six strokes with Yamasaki Miyu (Japan, 13 under par, 203 strokes), who held the top spot for two consecutive days.

She carries good memories from New Korea CC after winning the previous two tournaments consecutively, but she has shown a downward trend, finishing tied for sixth on the first day and tied for ninth in the second round.

The numerous galleries that have followed Kim Hyo-ju were filled with disappointment. It was an unexpected result for those who had cheered enthusiastically, hoping she would challenge for a three-peat.

Kim Hyo-ju started the season well by winning two consecutive tournaments on the LPGA Tour early in the year and also won domestic events in May and on the 7th, so even greater expectations were placed on her for this Aramco Korea Championship, where she had previously claimed the title twice in a row.

Consequently, there was even more regret over Kim Hyo-ju's underperformance. Even after completing the third-round schedule, it was not easy for people to leave.

Many galleries who accompanied Kim Hyo-ju followed behind her, moving their feet to catch one last glimpse of her face.

Kim Hyo-ju understood that sentiment better than anyone. She took a seat in front of the fans and began taking photos with them, particularly making an effort to take commemorative photos with young children.

Fans sent Kim Hyo-ju messages of support such as "It's so disappointing" and "You can do well." Kim Hyo-ju also wore a disappointed expression and said, "See you again tomorrow," expressing her determination to make a comeback in the final round.

Although she was the one who felt the most disappointment, the superstar displayed exceptional grace by maintaining a smile before the many fans who had gathered at an event held to meet domestic supporters and diligently engaging in fan service.

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