Singapore: Promising Malaysian amateur Winnie Ng will be aiming to seal her playing status on the China Ladies Professional Golf Association (CLPGA) with a strong performance at this month’s EFG-CLPGQ series.
 
The two-day event at Laguna National Golf Resort Club (September 16-17) offers a qualifying pathway to the flagship China LPGA Tour where former world number one and Major winner Yin Ruoning won her first three tournaments as a professional.
 
Ng has enjoyed a distinguished amateur career, highlighted by back-to-back domestic amateur victories in July, a second-place finish at the Vietnam Ladies Amateur Open, and a tied-16th result at the Singapore Ladies Masters in June.
 
The 23-year-old recently returned to Malaysia after competing on the American collegiate circuit for five years – initially as a member of the University of Washington Huskies women’s team (2019-2023), then as a graduate student with the University of Missouri Tigers.

Ng, who is now setting her sights on joining the paid ranks, said: “I’m gradually transitioning from amateur into professional golf. I’m planning to play a couple of qualifying events and this (EFG-CLPGQ series) lined up with my schedule. It’s in my plan to play the China LPGA next year. 
 
“I’ve been playing a lot and working with my coaches to analyse and make improvements in my game. I’m happy with how my game is trending and looking to keep the momentum going.”
 
Ng believes there’s added incentive for her to do well at the EFG-CLPGQ series as the winner will also gain an automatic spot to the 2025 Singapore Ladies Masters.
 
“I’m grateful to EFG for giving me the opportunity to play as a sponsor invite at this year’s Singapore Ladies Masters. Without them, I would not be able to have the chance and exposure to play in the prestigious event. I was amazed at the organisation and operation. It was very professional and successful.
 
“I’m delighted with the way I finished as it was my second event since I got back from the States. And I’m excited if I get a chance to play again next year as it’s close to home with the equal opportunity to compete at a high level. It’s a valuable experience getting to play such a beautiful championship course,” said Ng.
 
Open to female professionals, female amateurs, and male amateurs aged 16 years and above, the EFG-CLPGQ series will also allow players under 16 years old to compete under exemption status.
 
The series offers S$10,000 in prize money to the top 10 players and ties, including amateurs. They will also have the opportunity to earn World Amateur Golf Ranking points. With live streaming available via the CLPGQ Series app, US college coaches can track players’ performances, opening doors for potential recruitment opportunities.
 
The 54-hole tournament will accommodate a field of up to 72 players, with a maximum of 18 participants from mainland China.

Participants will play a 36-hole marathon on the first day. The top-50 and ties will advance to the third and final round. 

*Laguna National Golf Resort Club is a Facility Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.