The well-known strong Okinawa ocean wind started to blow from back nine of Yuta's round. Raging wind was blowing from the ocean and it seemed almost unplayable. Yuta had to suffer with a double bogey due to the howling wind, but he managed to make 3 straight birdies right after to show of the Host Pro's charm.

Yuta Ikeda has been with the Heiwa Corporation 2 years ago, as this PGM Golf Resort Okinawa has become the venue for this tournament.
"The passion for this tournament is more than any player in this field. Even in any conditions, I want to have the strong heart and win against the rest of the field."

On the final Par 5 18th, Yuta succeeded to make it to the green in 2 shots. He had a long snake line downhill putt with ocean wind blowing against him. His eagle try was 1-meter short, and still left him a delicate putt but he nailed it with pride.
"You must putt with confidence in order to make birdies", Yuta recalled.

"My game is coming together and better. I have been preparing for this tournament and it is working out well."
Yuta sits at 4 under, 1 shot behind the leaders. A good start as he said himself, and if he could keep it up with his pride and charisma, he might be able to give back a victory to his sponsor as the honorable Host Pro.