In 2012, Maria Sharapova had the honor of serving her homeland of Russia as the flag bearer during the Opening Ceremony of the Summer Olympics in London. The career Grand Slam winner would go on to capture a silver medal in women’s singles at those Games. With the 2014 Winter Olympics being held in her … Continue reading
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With 2013 US Women’s Open Near, Na Yeon Choi Reflects On Big Moments From 2012 Win
Na Yeon Choi sat down to talk to the good folks at Tour Players to talk about her terrific 3rd round performance at the 2012 US Women’s Open, as well as her amazing par save on the 12th hole in the 4th round. But it wasn’t just 12 that had a miracle par. The 13th … Continue reading
Flyover Of Grey Silo Golf Course, Site Of the 2013 Manulife Financial LPGA Classic
Last year, Brittany Lang won the inaugural Manulife Financial LPGA Classic. She conquered the Grey Silo Golf Course, winning a four woman playoff against Inbee Park, Chella Choi and Hee Kyung Seo to break the so-called Duke Curse and become the first Blue Devil to win on the LPGA Tour. Here’s a flyover tour of … Continue reading
Na Yeon Choi At 2013 US Women’s Open Media Day Press Conference
Na Yeon Choi was already a great LPGA star, having won the Vare Trophy and Money List title in 2010, but winning the 2012 US Women’s Open, in my opinion, is the jewel on her golf resume. She set a course record 7-under in the 3rd round while winning on Blackwolf Run in Kohler, Wisconsin, … Continue reading
LPGA Watch 2013: Michelle Wie
Anybody who has read my posts over the years knew this one was coming once I decided to do a series of “LPGA Watch 2013” entries. Michelle Wie is a favorite of mine, that’s for sure. But while I was disappointed that 2012 wasn’t a better year for Sung-Mi, I am a bit conflicted about … Continue reading
Abby Wambach Wins 2012 FIFA World Women’s Player of the Year; Pia Sundhage Wins World Coach of the Year
Congratulations to United States Women’s National Team Player Abby Wambach for being named 2012 FIFA World Women’s Player of the Year at the FIFA Ballon D’Or Awards. Also, congratulations to Pia Sundhage who won the 2012 World Coach of Women’s Football award for her work with Team USA. However, at the end of the year … Continue reading
LPGA Watch 2013: Pornanong Phatlum
Call me a homer if you want, that’s ok. But I am always happy to see players of Thai heritage or, like myself, partial Thai heritage succeed. Tiger Woods, Stacy Prammanasudh, the Song (Wongluekiet) sisters, the Jutanugarn sisters and my favorite of them all, Virada Nirapathpongporn, are among the players I have watched with a … Continue reading
(Super Cool) LPGA Golfer Tiffany Joh Learns To Surf…No, Not The Web, I Mean Really Surf!
Tiffany Joh is definitely a favorite of mine on the LPGA Tour. She has a fun, free spirit that I think is good for the game. I hope she continues to improve in 2013 so that she sticks around a long time. In the following video, Tiffany learns to surf with Surfing with Amigas. You … Continue reading
Samantha Stosur At 2013 Brisbane International Draw Ceremony; Maria Sharapova Practice Pics
Hooray! The new tennis season is officially underway with the draw ceremony for the 2013 Brisbane International. 2011 US Open champion Samantha Stosur was on hand for the event: Here are some photos of Maria Sharapova and Samantha Stosur from their practice sessions. CLICK ON IMAGES TO ENLARGE MARIA SHARAPOVA SAMANTHA STOSUR
Merry Christmas…The Tennis and LPGA Seasons Are Closer Than You Think!
Merry Christmas to all! May health, happiness, peace and prosperity shine ever upon you! And as this is my tennis and LPGA blog, let’s not forget the seasons will be upon us sooner than you think. The WTA season is only a few days away, starting December 30th in Shenzhen, China and Brisbane, Australia. And … Continue reading
Fairways and Forehands 