BUICK LPGA SHANGHAI

October 9, 2025

Ruoning Yin

Q. Well, Ronni, great day to be here as a defending champion. Finished 1-under par. How do you assess your first round here?

RUONING YIN: Well, I mean, like I say earlier, I wish I could shoot like a couple more less, but I mean, it's my first day back to the office, so definitely a lot -- I have a lot of things that need to be improved.

But I just think golf is just is a game that you need to be humble with, so I do think my swing and everything else feels good.

I just need to pick up my mind a little bit.

Q. How tough is it coming back from a big break? You enjoyed other sports since you've been away. To come back as defending champion, there is a lot on your plate this week.

RUONING YIN: Yeah, still I love to see all the fans come out to watch me play. I think my game is a little bit rusty, but it's two months' break, right? Like I say, a lot of positives.

Q. What was it like playing a game with your mate, Jeeno, as well as Minjee? They were really putting on a show, setting a high standard, weren't they?

RUONING YIN: Yeah, definitely, especially Jeeno. There has to be a reason why she's world No. 1, right? She is like 3-over after two holes and then just 7-under comeback, which is incredible.

Minjee I think she's bogey-free today. Play with such great players make me learn a lot so definitely they motivate me.

Q. And can you tell us what you got up to on your break? You've been dabbling in all sorts of sports as well.

RUONING YIN: I did a lot. I've been doing rock climbing and cycling and basketball and all the stuff, and just I think that make me relax a little bit from golf.