Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul Bio
Atthaya “Jeeno” Thitikul is a Thai professional golfer born on 20 February 2003 in Ban Pong, Ratchaburi, Thailand. She plays on the LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour. Thitikul gained notable recognition when she became the youngest golfer to win a professional tournament at just 14 years old. By 2022, she was named the LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year, and in 2023, she received the prestigious Vare Trophy for the lowest scoring average. Over the years, Thitikul has secured numerous victories and accolades, solidifying her status as one of the rising stars in the world of golf.
Early Life and Background
Atthaya Thitikul was born to Montree and Siriwan Thitikul. Her introduction to golf came at a young age, with her father offering her the choice between golf and tennis at just six years old. She chose golf after watching pictures of both sports on YouTube. Thitikul honed her skills and graduated from Sarasas Witaed Nakhonpathom School in Nakhon Pathom. She is also known by her nickname, “Jeen” or “Jeeno.”
Path to Golf
Thitikul made her first appearance at the Honda LPGA Thailand on the LPGA Tour just three days after her 14th birthday, where she finished 37th out of 66 competitors. Her emergence onto the international golf scene came with her victory at the Ladies European Thailand Championship on 9 July 2017, making her the youngest person ever to win a professional golf tour event at age 14 years, 4 months, and 19 days old. This victory marked a significant milestone in her early career, leading to further opportunities and recognition.
Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul Career
Early Career (2020-2021)
Thitikul began her professional career in January 2020, competing in several events held in Australia. One notable performance included a fourth-place finish at the Women’s NSW Open. The global COVID-19 pandemic caused a pause in the golf season, but after its resumption in July, Thitikul secured her first professional victory at the Thai LPGA Tour’s 3rd Singha-SAT Thai LPGA Championship. Her season culminated in five total wins on the Thai LPGA Tour, while securing the top spot on the tour’s money list. In 2021, she received a sponsor’s exemption to play in the Honda LPGA Thailand, finishing second, just one stroke behind Ariya Jutanugarn. Later that year, she claimed her first professional title at the Tipsport Czech Ladies Open, making her eligible for major tournaments in Europe.
Breakthrough (2022-2023)
On 27 March 2022, Thitikul won her first LPGA Tour tournament at the JTBC Classic, becoming the youngest winner on the tour at age 19 years and 35 days. She followed this with another victory at the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship in September 2022, further establishing her presence on the LPGA Tour. In 2023, despite not securing an individual victory, Thitikul achieved 13 top-10 finishes in 21 tournaments, earning her a ninth-place ranking in the Women’s World Golf Rankings. She also became the second Thai player to win the Vare Trophy, averaging 69.53 strokes over the season without winning a tournament.
Notable Works and Milestones
Thitikul’s signature achievements include her record as the youngest golfer to win a professional tournament and her recognition as the LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year in 2022. She has also won multiple prestigious awards, including the Vare Trophy and the Ladies European Tour Player of the Year.
Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul Award Nominations
Throughout her career, Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul has received several nominations for her outstanding performances on the golf course, including recognition for her achievements in the LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour.
Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul Awards Won
Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul has won numerous awards, including the LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year in 2022, the Ladies European Tour Player of the Year in 2021, and the Vare Trophy for the lowest scoring average in 2023 and 2025.
Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul Family
Atthaya Thitikul was born to Montree and Siriwan Thitikul, who have supported her career in golf from a young age.
Personal Life
Details about Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul’s personal life are limited, but she is known to have a close friendship with fellow LPGA Tour player Yin Ruoning, with whom she has competed in team events.
