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Fifa Laopakdee shoots 63, leads Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Fifa Laopakdee shoots 63, leads Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

Summary

Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand took a three-stroke lead at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Tomarata, New Zealand, with a score of 8-under 63 during the first round. The 21-year-old defending champion made an eagle on the ninth hole, along with seven birdies and one bogey. Following Laopakdee are New Zealand players Joshua Bai with a score of 66 and Ryan Xie and Cooper Moore both at 67. The tournament winner will secure places in the Masters and British Open.

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By the Numbers

•Laopakdee is the defending champion of the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship.
•He shot an 8-under 63 during the first round.
•Joshua Bai from New Zealand is in second place with a score of 66.
•Ryan Xie and Cooper Moore are tied for third at 67.
•The tournament winner receives spots in the Masters and British Open.

Latest Updates

6:32 AMESPN Golf — Defending champ Laopakdee back on top after 1st round at Asia-Pacific Amateur
4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Defending champ Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand back on top in Asia-Pacific Amateur after 63

What they're saying

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TOMARATA, New Zealand (AP) — Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand was back on top Thursday in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, shooting an 8-under 63 to take a three-stroke lead after the first round.The tournament winner will receive spots in the Masters and British Open.
— Yahoo Sports