Golf teenage sensation Lydia Ko says travel is a big part of being a professional golfer and was thrilled to find a New Zealand product that can help her "arrive ready" for competitions.

Constant focus and heavy favouritism will accompany Lydia Ko around Clearwater in her attempt to add the NZ Women's Open to her growing collection of golf titles.

When Lydia Ko played in a charity golf tournament on Auckland's North Shore after becoming the youngest winner on the LPGA Tour, there was little fuss.

Young golfing talent Bohyun Park says she misses being a child, but is driven by the dream of becoming the next Lydia Ko.

The buzz in Christchurch is all about teenage Kiwi golf sensation Lydia Ko who is back to play her first championship at home since being crowned world number one.

World No1 Lydia Ko remains in prime position to claim a first Australian Open women's golf crown with a share of the lead going into the final round.

When Lydia Ko tees off in the New Zealand Women's Open this month it will be as the top female golfer in the world.

NZ's Lydia Ko clinched a US$1.5 million payday this morning after topping the LPGA's Race to the CME Globe title and winning the season-ending tournament.