Golf: Lee Mi Rim wins LPGA Kia Classic
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Lee Mi Rim poses with the winner's trophy after her -20 under par (268) tournament record during the final round of the KIA Classic at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort on March 26, 2017 in Carlsbad, California.
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LOS ANGELES (AFP) - South Korean Lee Mi Rim fired seven birdies in a seven-under 65 on Sunday to post a record-equalling triumph in the LPGA Kia Classic in Carlsbad, California.
Her 20-under total of 278 matched the tournament record set by Cristie Kerr in 2015 - when the American powered past Lee for a two-shot victory.
Determined not to be disappointed again, overnight leader Lee opened her round with a birdie and birdied every other hole on the front nine as she pulled away from the field.
She finished six strokes in front of compatriot Ryu So Yeon, who carded a 66, and American Austin Ernst, who posted a 67.
