Sanghun Shin contenders at Genesis Championship in DP World Tour

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Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Sanghun Shin contenders at Genesis Championship in DP World Tour
Summary

Sanghun Shin is competing at the Genesis Championship in South Korea, sitting one stroke behind leader Casey Jarvis after an opening round of 5-under 66. Shin, back on the DP World Tour following a two-year military service, has found success on home soil, showcasing solid short game performance. He previously tied for 32nd in his first tournament back earlier this year. Shin, who has a win and three top-10 finishes in the KPGA this season, aims to break the trend of South Korean golfers struggling post-service, a notable issue faced by players like Seung Yul-Noh and Sang-Moon Bae.

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  • •Sanghun Shin is one shot behind leader Casey Jarvis.
  • •Shin shot a 5-under 66 in the opening round.
  • •He served mandatory military service in 2024 and 2025.
  • •Shin has a win and three top-10 finishes on the KPGA this season.
  • •The Genesis Championship is being held at Woo Jeong Hills Country Club.
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  • 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Korean golfer contends on DP World Tour in first season back from mandatory military service
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There's been notable examples of golfers struggling to regain form after Korean military service but Sanghun Shim aims to buck the trend.

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