Mi-Hyun Kim
Professional golfer with multiple tournament wins
A professional golfer from South Korea, achieved significant success on the LPGA Tour. Won four LPGA Tour events during the career, showcasing exceptional skills and consistency. Held the title of the 2005 Korean Open champion, becoming one of the prominent figures in women's golf. Contributed to the growth of golf in South Korea through competitive performances.
Won four LPGA Tour events
Championed the 2005 Korean Open
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Ice hockey player and league MVP
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Russian composer and bassoonist
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January 13th, 1866 159 years ago
Died
1901 124 years ago — 35 years old
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January 13th, 1901 124 years ago
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Dutch painter known for landscape paintings
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January 13th, 1596 429 years ago
Died
April 27th, 1656 369 years ago — 60 years old
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Korean civil minister and diplomat
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January 13th, 1338 687 years ago
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April 26th, 1392 633 years ago — 54 years old
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American football quarterback
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January 13th, 1988 37 years ago
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