SB Nation: Christina Kim Wins First Tournament in 9 Years

Christina Kim won the Lorena Ochoa Invitational Sunday, her first victory on the Ladies Professional Golf Association tour in 9 years.

SB Nation reports the 30-year old Korean American celebrated on the 18th green with her caddie, boyfriend and fellow pro Michelle Wie.

Kim beat Shahshan Feng with a two-putt par on the par-4 18th on the second hole of overtime. It’s an amazing comeback story for Kim who has overcome depression and has admitted considering suicide.

The joy she experienced after her victory is evident in the tweet she posted to her Twitter account. You can watch Kim discuss her depression in a clip posted by SB Nation.
 

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“@LPGA: In the Winner's Circle with @TheChristinaKim @LOIMX http://t.co/PIKhx600tR pic.twitter.com/WFHuH9ya81” This photo is the best. The BEST!

— Christina Kim (@TheChristinaKim) November 17, 2014