Taiwan’s Lu Wen-teh enjoyed a memorable home triumph when he lifted a record fourth Mercuries Taiwan Masters title yesterday.
The 45-year-old champion blasted a final round of one-under-par 71 on the way to a an 11-under-par 277 at the Taiwan Golf and Country Club in Tamsui.
He continued his impressive track record on his home course this week having previously won the event in 1994 and 1996 before his third success last year.
PHOTO: LIN CHENG-KUNG, TAIPEI TIMES
As a result of his success, Lu walked away with the top prize of US$100,000 and rises to 14th place on the Asian Tour’s Order of Merit with total earnings of US$194,429.
“The win has made me feel young again. It’s a great feeling,” Lu said.
Thailand’s Thaworn Wiratchant was even-par for the day to finish second two strokes behind, while Taiwan’s Lin Wen-hong posted a 70 for a 282 total to claim third spot.
With a one stroke lead heading into the final round, overnight leader Lu cruised to a five strokes advantage over Thaworn after 11 holes.
But three straight bogeys by Lu coupled with a birdie by the Thai on the 13th closed the gap. Thaworn then dropped a shot on the 17th and two putted for par on the final hole before a three foot par putt by Lu sealed the win.
“I’m very pleased with my performance this week despite finishing runner-up. There will always be another day,” Thaworn said.
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