BEYOND THE SMILES: YANI TSENG

Once hailed as the “Smiling Queen of Golf,” Taiwanese sensation Yani Tseng became a global phenomenon, winning 15 LPGA titles, including five Majors, and holding the World No. 1 ranking for an extraordinary 109 consecutive weeks. But after her last tour victory in 2012, injuries, personal struggles and a mysterious decline in performance sent her retreating from the spotlight. Following Tseng from 2020 to 2025, this intimate documentary chronicles her attempt to rediscover both her game and herself. Featuring candid access to Tseng alongside family, friends and golfing legends Annika Sorenstam, Stacy Lewis and Michelle Wie West, the film reveals the physical and psychological toll of competing at the highest level and the cultural burden of becoming a national icon. Moving beyond triumphs and trophies, BEYOND THE SMILES: YANI TSENG is a deeply personal portrait of vulnerability, resilience and the courage required to confront mental health, redefine success and find purpose beyond fame. Yani Tseng will be in attendance for a special Q&A after the first screening of the film.