Exclusive interview: On top of the golf world with Feng Shanshan

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In an exclusive interview with CGTN, Feng Shanshan reviewed her historic 2017 season.

After winning the trophy at the 2017 LPGA Blue Bay in China, Feng moved up to world No.1 for the first time in her career. She is the first golfer – male or female – from the Chinese mainland to top the rankings.

Feng Shanshan in an interview with Greg Laffradi. /CGTN Photo

Feng said she told her fellow golfers, So Yeon Ryu and Inbee Park, two years ago that she would consider retiring if she reached the top ranking. When she achieved that title, both golfers texted her to ask: "Are you going to retire right now?" Feng's response? "I don't think so!"

Feng Shanshan in an interview with Greg Laffradi. /CGTN Photo

Feng also shared her optimism for Chinese golf players. With two golfers competing in the PGA tournament and four in the LPGA, she remarked at how much development China had seen in the sport.

Feng Shanshan's edition will air on CGTN Sports Scene's year-end special program, "Sports Replay" on December 30. For more details, tune in to CGTN's Sports Scene at 15:30-16:00 on December 30-31 and join us to replay your 2017 sporting year.