Kiradech Aphibarnrat is aiming to become the only fourth local player to win the Thailand Open this week. The Thailand Open is making a comeback after it was not staged last year due to financial problems. The 2017 edition, which tees off today at the Thai Country Club, also marks the event's return to the Asian Tour after an eight-year absence. I remember walking this course 10 years ago and seeing Prayad win a tournament here," said Kiradech. Korean-American David Lipsky hopes to stretch his lead on the Asian Tour Order of Merit by putting on a strong showing this week.

Source: Bangkok Post May 17, 2017 23:15 UTC