“189 cm, 80 kg, and solidly built” ... Im Chang-jung’s 20-year-old eldest son becomes a professional golfer

[Financial News] Singer and actor Im Chang-jung (53)’s eldest son, Im Jun-woo (20), has taken his first step toward becoming a professional golfer by earning associate membership in the Korea Professional Golfers’ Association (KPGA). Four years ago, he shared his dream of becoming a golfer on a variety show, and this year he achieved his goal by passing the qualifying tournament.
According to the KPGA on the 11th, Im Jun-woo joined the association on May 6 and became an associate member. Formerly known as “semi-pro” status, it is distinct from the status of a tour pro, a full member who competes on the regular tour.
Im Jun-woo had previously appeared on a variety show with his father, Im Chang-jung, in 2022. While watching a golf match, he said he wanted to become a professional golfer.
Since then, Im Jun-woo has been building his skills to pursue a career as a golfer, and after about four years he earned associate membership in the KPGA.
Standing 189 cm tall and weighing 80 kg, Im Jun-woo also posted results in KPGA qualifying tournaments held this year, continuing his challenge as a player.
He tied for 19th in Group A of the final stage of the “2026 First KPGA Pro Qualifying Tournament,” held in May. Then, in August, he tied for 33rd in Group A of the final stage of the Second KPGA Tour Pro Qualifying Tournament.
Im Jun-woo has yet to earn full membership in the KPGA and continues to pursue a place on the regular tour.
Meanwhile, Im Jun-woo’s father, Im Chang-jung, has worked in various fields, including as a singer, actor, and entertainer.
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