Defending champ Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand back on top in Asia-Pacific Amateur after 63

Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand fired an 8-under 63 in the first round of the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Tomarata, New Zealand, taking a three-stroke lead at the top of the leaderboard. The tournament, held on Thursday October 29, 2026, offers the winner spots in both the Masters and the British Open. Laopakdee is looking to successfully defend her title at the prestigious amateur event.