Haeran Ryu is one of Korea’s leading lights, with multiple LPGA Tour titles to her name.
Born in March 2001 in the Yeongam-gun province of the Republic of Korea, Ryu took up the game early, and had a stellar amateur career, which included appearances at the Asian Games, and a victory in the Korean Women’s Amateur. She turned professional in 2019, and took the LPGA Tour of Korea by storm.
She was named Rookie of the Year following the 2020 season, and she would go on to win five times on the tour before graduating to the LPGA Tour for the start of the 2023 season. History would repeat itself, as she took her maiden victory that year and went on to be named the LPGA Tour’s Rookie of the Year. Ryu has three LPGA victories so far, along with five top-ten finishes in the majors.
Haeran Ryu | Player Profile
Personal Information
Name: Haeran Ryu
Born: March 23, 2001
Nationality: Republic of Korea
Residence: Yeongam-gun, Republic of Korea
Career
Turned Pro: 2019
Professional Wins: 8
Highest World Ranking: 5 – May 5, 2025
Best Results In Majors
Best Finishes:
– Chevron Championship – 5th (2024)
– Women’s PGA Championship – T9 (2024)
– US Women’s Open – 8th (2023)
– Amundi Evian Championship – 5th (2024)
– AIG Women’s Open – T21 (2023)
Professional Wins – 8
2019 (1) – Jeju Samdasoo Masters
2020 (1) – Jeju Samdasoo Masters
2021 (2) – ELCRU-TV Chosun Pro Celebrity, SK Shieldus-SK Telecom Championship
2022 (1) – Nexen Saint Nine Masters
2023 (1) – Walmart NW Arkansas Championship
2024 (1) – FM Championship
2025 (1) – Black Desert Championship
Achievements and Awards
LPGA Tour of Korea Rookie of the Year – 2020
LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year – 2023
Haeran Ryu | What’s In Her Bag?
Ryu is a TaylorMade staffer, with her bag made up entirely of clubs from the brand. They include a Qi10 driver and a trio of MG4 wedges.
Check out our full piece on what’s in Ryu’s bag here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Haeran Ryu
When and where was Haeran Ryu born?
Haeran Ryu was born in March 2001 in the Yeongam-gun province of the Republic of Korea.
When did Haeran Ryu turn professional?
Haeran Ryu turned professional in 2019, and immediately became a star on the LPGA Tour of Korea, going on to win five times over the next three seasons.
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How many LPGA Tour titles has Haeran Ryu won?
As of May 2025, Haeran Ryu is a three-time winner on the LPGA Tour, with a win coming in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Her most recent win came at the Black Desert Championship, where she won by a comfortable five shots.
Did you Know?
Rookie of the Year x2
Ryu has made a great first impression at every point of her career. She was the Rookie of the Year on the LPGA Tour of Korea in 2020, before earning the same award on the LPGA Tour three years later.
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