18-year-old pro golfer Jessica Bang dies from brain hemorrhage in Thailand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 9:53 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Jessica Bang, an 18-year-old professional golfer from Australia, died from a brain hemorrhage while competing in a qualifying event in Thailand. She collapsed on August 1 and underwent brain surgery in Bangkok, subsequently spending several days in intensive care on life support before her passing was confirmed. The WPGA Tour of Australasia expressed condolences, emphasizing their support for her family and friends during this tragic time. Bang had achieved a significant milestone earlier this year by winning her first professional tournament in just her fifth start.
- •Jessica Bang collapsed during a qualifying event in Thailand on August 1.
- •She underwent brain surgery and was on life support for several days.
- •The WPGA Tour of Australasia confirmed her death and offered condolences.
- •Bang won her first professional tournament earlier this year.
- 6:43 AMYahoo Sports — Rising golf star, 18, dies after brain haemorrhage
- 6:43 AMBBC Sport — Rising golf star, 18, dies after brain haemorrhage
- 9:53 PMYahoo Sports — 18-year-old pro golfer dies at qualifying event from brain hemorrhage
"Promising Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at the age of 18 after suffering a brain haemorrhage as she prepared for a tournament in Thailand.
"Promising Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at the age of 18 after suffering a brain haemorrhage as she prepared for a tournament in Thailand.
"Jessica Bang, an 18-year-old pro golfer from Australia, died from a brain hemorrhage.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 6:43 AMRising golf star, 18, dies after brain haemorrhage
Promising Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at the age of 18 after suffering a brain haemorrhage as she prepared for a tournament in Thailand.
- BBC SportAug 14, 2026, 6:43 AMRising golf star, 18, dies after brain haemorrhage
Promising Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at the age of 18 after suffering a brain haemorrhage as she prepared for a tournament in Thailand.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 9:53 PM18-year-old pro golfer dies at qualifying event from brain hemorrhage
Jessica Bang, an 18-year-old pro golfer from Australia, died from a brain hemorrhage.
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