Kim Hyo-joo comes from behind to clinch HSBC title in style
Battling tough opponents and scorching heat, the South Korean clinches first prize worth US$240,000.
Singapore
SOUTH Korean golfer Kim Hyo-joo displayed plenty of talent, ability and poise to come from behind and clinch the HSBC Women's World Championship golf title with a scintillating eight-under 64 in the final round on Sunday.
Sporting her trademark sunglasses, the 25-year-old returned an unblemished card with eight birdies for a 17-under 271 total at Sentosa Golf Club's New Tanjong course.
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