Lydia is actually from New Zealand, Not Thailand, She has been the #1 amateur since she was 13. This is her 4th pro win and she has giving up almost $1million in prize money. She has never missed a cut in any pro tournament. All this while still having to study for her school exams. I dont think she is to concerned about the money as she will get millions in endorsements and prize money when she does eventually turn pro. She really is a superstar in the making, almost like Michelle Wie, except Lydia is living up to the hype