Kim Hong-taek withdraws KPGA Tour season opener due to back pain

Kim Hong-taek withdraws KPGA Tour season opener due to back pain

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Kim Hong-taek, who has two wins in the Korea Professional Golf Association (KPGA) Tour, withdrew from the opening game of the KPGA Tour due to back pain.

Kim Hong-taek expressed his intention to abstain ahead of the second round of the DB Insurance Promy Open, the opening game of the KPGA Tour 2025 season, held at Laviebel Golf & Resort Old Course (par 71) in Chuncheon, Gangwon-do on the 18th.

After shooting a bunker shot in the practice round of the championship, Kim said, "I felt my back muscles are a bit tight," showing his willingness to finish the tournament hosted by his sponsor despite the pain. Kim Hong-taek, who signed a main sponsorship contract with DB Insurance ahead of this season, was considered a strong candidate for the 20th championship.

However, Kim Hong-taek, who felt pain in his back every time he shot in the first round, decided to give up the competition ahead of the second round. His first round result was 4-over 75.

Kim Hong-taek said, "After undergoing a thorough examination at the hospital, I knew the exact cause and focused on treatment, and then showed my willingness to defend the title in the best condition at the GS Caltex Maekyung Open two weeks later." 카지노