Australia's Karrie Webb holds off fellow Hall of Famer Annika Sorenstam for a four-shot victory at the Salina Country Club.
Australia's Karrie Webb held off Annika Sorenstam on Sunday to win the 2022 Senior LPGA Championship and claim her first senior title.The tournament was billed as a duel between Webb and fellow Hall of Famer Annika SorenstamThe 47-year-old Webb closed with a five-under 67 for a four-shot victory at Salina Country Club.
"It's been a long time since I've had to make putts down the stretch to win a golf tournament," Webb said.The tournament was set up for a duel between the two Hall of Fame players, who were rivals in their prime.Fifty-one-year-old Sorenstam opened with an eagle and went out in 31 to tie the Australian for the lead."Once that went in, I was like, 'All right here we go.' I just knew I had to play my best golf.
"She just came out on top this time. But it's always nice to have the fans and spectators out there cheering and creating a good atmosphere."Meanwhile, Canadian golfer Brooke Henderson has won the Evian Championship, claiming her second major title by one shot.Hannah Green and Stephanie Kyriacou were the best of the Australians in equal 31st at seven-under.Lee was
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