Kim Min-sol Remains No. 16 as Lee Ye-won Drops to 72nd
As the Korean Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) Tour returns from a two-week break, Kim Min-sol remained No. 16 in the women’s world golf rankings as of July 27, 2026. Lee Ye-won, meanwhile, fell three spots to No. 72 after competing on the Japan Ladies Professional Golf Association (JLPGA) Tour.
The rankings were released on July 28 Korea time. Recent performances by Korean players on the KLPGA and JLPGA Tours have been reflected in the latest standings, reshaping the competition near the top.
Kim Min-sol Builds Momentum with No. 16 Ranking and Three Wins
According to the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings, Kim Min-sol is ranked 16th with an average of 3.43 ranking points. She has made the cut in all 14 of her KLPGA Tour starts in 2026, recording three wins, one runner-up finish and one third-place finish.
Kim Min-sol is one of the highest-ranked Korean players, behind the likes of Hae-ran Ryu, Hyo-joo Kim, Se-young Kim and Ina Yoon. Her victories and string of top-three finishes primarily on the domestic tour have provided a solid foundation for her position in the world rankings.
Kim Min-sol’s Key World Ranking Statistics
- World ranking: No. 16
- 2026 KLPGA appearances: Made the cut in all 14 events
- Season record: Three wins, one runner-up finish and one third-place finish
Lee Ye-won Finishes Tied for 42nd at the JLPGA’s Daitogentaku Iheyanet Ladies
According to GolfHankook, Lee Ye-won finished tied for 42nd at the JLPGA Tour’s Daitogentaku Iheyanet Ladies, held from July 23 to 26 at Queens Hill Golf Club in Itoshima, Fukuoka, Japan. She finished at 11 under par with a total score of 277.
Lee Ye-won opened with a share of third place but slipped to a tie for 44th in the second round. Although she recovered afterward, she was unable to make a significant move up the leaderboard. Following the tournament, she was ranked No. 72 in the world, down three places from the previous week.
Lee Ye-won did, however, add a win on the 2026 KLPGA Tour and reached 10 career KLPGA victories. She is seventh on the season money list and eighth in the points race for the Player of the Year award, maintaining her status as one of the leading players on the domestic circuit.
World Rankings for Yoo Hyun-jo, Bang Shin-sil, Park Hyun-kyung and Other Korean Players
As of July 27, Yoo Hyun-jo was ranked 45th, Bang Shin-sil 58th and Park Hyun-kyung 66th in the world. Yoo Hyun-jo and Bang Shin-sil slipped slightly from the previous week but remained inside the top 100.
Seo Gyo-rim was ranked 51st, Ko Ji-won 60th and Roh Seung-hee 64th. Park Hyun-kyung, in particular, held steady at No. 66 for a second consecutive week.
World Rankings for Key KLPGA Players as of July 27, 2026
- Kim Min-sol: No. 16
- Yoo Hyun-jo: No. 45
- Seo Gyo-rim: No. 51
- Bang Shin-sil: No. 58
- Ko Ji-won: No. 60
- Roh Seung-hee: No. 64
- Park Hyun-kyung: No. 66
- Lee Ye-won: No. 72
Ranking Battle to Watch as the KLPGA Tour Resumes
The latest rankings highlight the contrasting fortunes of players who have built their positions through consistent wins and high finishes on the domestic tour and those who have tested themselves overseas. Kim Min-sol held on to No. 16 on the strength of her KLPGA results, while Lee Ye-won’s ranking was affected in the short term by her performance in Japan.
With the KLPGA Tour set to resume, Kim Min-sol’s bid for another victory and Lee Ye-won’s potential rebound will be among the key storylines. Changes in the rankings of top-100 players such as Yoo Hyun-jo, Bang Shin-sil and Park Hyun-kyung will also offer an important measure of the strength of Korean women’s golf on the international stage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Kim Min-sol’s current world ranking?
Kim Min-sol is ranked No. 16 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings as of July 27, 2026.
How has Kim Min-sol performed on the KLPGA Tour in 2026?
She has made the cut in all 14 of her KLPGA Tour events in 2026, recording three wins, one runner-up finish and one third-place finish.
Why did Lee Ye-won’s world ranking fall?
Lee Ye-won finished tied for 42nd at the JLPGA Tour’s Daitogentaku Iheyanet Ladies in Fukuoka, Japan, after which her world ranking fell three places to No. 72.
What was Lee Ye-won’s final result on the JLPGA Tour?
Lee Ye-won finished tied for 42nd with a total score of 277, 11 under par.
What are the world rankings of Yoo Hyun-jo, Bang Shin-sil and Park Hyun-kyung?
Yoo Hyun-jo is ranked 45th, Bang Shin-sil 58th and Park Hyun-kyung 66th.
