Hong Kong hope Jason Hak returns to Clearwater Bay Open knowing he’s ‘closed out before’ after first pro victory
The 23-year-old is armed with more confidence and experience after his blistering win in Kunming in August and plans to contend deep into the weekend
Armed with the confidence gained from his first professional title, Hong Kong’s Jason Hak Shun-yat has confirmed he will take part in next month’s Clearwater Bay Open and is confident he now has the tools to contend deep into the weekend.
Hak required a final-round 63 to secure a tie for 20th last year but will step out at the Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club with a weight lifted off his shoulders after his 10-shot win in the Yunnan Championship in Kunming in August, his first since turning pro in 2013.
“At the time, I obviously enjoyed the victory, especially as I was playing really well. It’s only now I can appreciate how important it was to finally get a win,” the 23-year-old said.
“I had been in a good position to win a few times, especially last year, but I was my own worst enemy when I was chasing.
“I’m playing well again and happy to be heading to Hong Kong again and playing at Clearwater Bay. Now, if I’m in a strong position, I’ll know I’ve closed out before, which should help.”
