KLPGA Revises Rules to Prevent Penalties From Pregnancy and Injury

The Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) has revised its regulations to allow players to extend their tour playing rights if they report a pregnancy, childbirth, or injury at any time during the season.

According to the KLPGA on September 29, players were previously only permitted to apply for an extension of their playing rights due to pregnancy, childbirth, or injury before 30 percent of the season's total official tournaments had been held.

This restriction led to feedback that it was difficult for players to benefit from the policy if they became pregnant or suffered an injury or illness after the middle of the season.

With this revision, applications for an extension can now be submitted at any point during the season. The extension period is basically set at one year from the application date, with a maximum application of up to two years.

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