Australian Teen Golfer Dies in Thailand
Jessica Bang died in Thailand.
In short:
Jessica Bang, a young Australian golfer, died in Thailand at 18.
Bang fell ill on August 1 after a brain problem.
The golf group announced her death on Thursday.
Teen golfer Jessica Bang died in Thailand after a brain problem.
The 18-year-old fell ill on August 1 and was taken to a hospital in Bangkok.
The WPGA Tour announced her death on Thursday night.
The WPGA Tour and Australian golf community are very sad about Jessica's death.
Everyone's thoughts are with Jessica's family and friends at this difficult time.
Bang was in Thailand to play in a golf tournament.
Bang won her first golf tournament in February.
Bang won by five shots and set a new course record.
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