DATE: October 18-21, 2001

VENUE:Shanghai Silport Golf Club

The Best of Asian golf was showcased at the US$400,000 Volvo China Open, arguably one of Asia's Foremost national events.

Korean star Charlie Wi and Tongchai Jaidee of Thailand fought tooth and nail in a spectacular final round showdown at the Shanghai Silport Golf Club before Wi triumphed at the last hole with a 10-foot birdie putt.

The California-based Wi led Thongchai by three strokes heading into the final 18 holes, but Thongchai sparked his fightback with an eagle and two birdies in the opening five holes. On three occasions, Thongchai playing in the group ahead of Wi, drew level but the Korean leader responded superbly with birdies at the next hole to edge back in front and eventually claim victory.