Sorenstam named USGA ambassador
FAR HILLS, N.J. -- Annika Sorenstam, three-time U.S. Women’s Open champion and member of the World Golf and LPGA Halls of Fame, has been named a United States Golf Association Ambassador, USGA President Jim Vernon announced.“Annika has earned a rare place in golf’s history, and we are very privileged to bring her aboard the USGA,” said Vernon. “As a USGA Ambassador, Annika will help us make the game more accessible and more relevant to players of all skill levels. She’ll provide key help in many ways, and we will begin the relationship through an innovative webcast from this year’s U.S. Women’s Open.”
Sorenstam’s first round at the championship, to be held at Interlachen Country Club in Edina, Minn., (June 26-29), will be streamed live on the USGA’s U.S. Women’s Open championship web site (www.uswomensopen.com), a first in the world of women’s golf. “Users will be able to view every shot that she and the other players in her grouping make during her first round on June 26,” added Vernon.
Universally regarded as one of the most dominant players in LPGA history, Sorenstam has recorded 88 career wins (72 on the LPGA and U.S. Women’s Open titles in 1995, 1996 and 2006). Her record includes 10 major championships. She earned a record eight Rolex Player-of-the-Year awards; a record-tying eight money list titles; six Vare Trophies for the lowest scoring average; was named Golf Writers Association of America Female Player of the Year.
“I am extremely honored to be able to serve in this role with the USGA,” said Annika. “The U.S. Women’s Open was the site of my first win in the United States in 1995, and the event will always hold a special place in my heart."
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