Last round....

Today will be my last “competitive” round of the year.  I’ve got a couple sponsor days next week and then it will be time to enjoy friends, family, and the Holidays! 

I’m looking forward to being in the last group today only one shot off the lead.  This is what we practice for, so I’m ready for a fun day! Hopefully, I’ll have some good news to report before we fly back to the states tonight. 

Comments

[Golf54deciploe]

Annike,
Yahoo!!! :-}

I looked up the time zone for Dubai and looks like it's 10hrs ahead of the US Central Time Zone (it's a little after 5AM right now), so that means it's about 3PM YOUR time and that means you're stroking' the ball right down the fairway, on the green and eagle/birdie in the final group where you belong!!

Wow!! I'm nervous & excited for sure.

You Go Girl!!

And Mike,
Yes it might be high time for you're return to cheer your beloved Steelers and Buckeyes right??

I've been cheering my Broncos & Razorbacks, but man we "got a heap of trouble" :-/

[Dee H.]

Oh I'm thrilled you won today, Annika! That is just awesome! Congrats! I'm looking forward to watching you again next year! Big fan here!

[Dora]

Congratulations, Annika!!! I was awake all night (closely watching on line) because of the time difference. I was very sure you'd win. I am so happy for you.

[Niclas]

Äntligen Annika! Ett stort grattis till segern! Nu fick vi åter se världens bästa Annika överst på pallen, nu ser du till att behålla formen till kommande säsong. Tusen kramar från Jämtland!

[Peg]

Amazing news. I have been watching scoring on the computer. When it finished (it's 7:25AM were I am) I cheered.
Awesome performance to the end the season.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

[Shauna]

Congratulations Annika!!! A win is a great way to end the year and gear up for the next one!! I can't wait for 2008!! Merry Christmas to you and Mike!!!!

[Annika the Cat]

Hi Annika,
Fantastic news from Dubai! I can't imagine how good this win feels. You so deserve it.

A promise is a promise. I'll still give you those strokes. Looks like I better call Lotta and book some more sessions.

[Golf54deciploe]

YESSSS!!! I'm so proud of you!! just now logged back on (I'd been watching the clock trying to figure when you'd be done) and so glad that you've been able to sound the victory horn at last for this year!!

Many CONGRATS to your team of loved ones/family and friends.

Thanks for LETTING us SHARE OUR PASSION for you!!!

Whoooo Doggy!!!

[Golf54deciploe]

To AnnikaTheCat,
Yes girl, go ahead and books those lessons! We may have to cheer you on when it comes time for you to play your 9 holes with Annika right??!

I'm sure she'll understand!! Amateurs UNITE!!

I know I'm beings silly but just so excited to see an exclamation point attached to Annika's efforts really since this time last year.

We like rejoicing when folks get rewarded that all . . . .

[Buzz]

Congratulations......well done......
Merry Christmas to you and Mike, Lotta, your family and team.

[Anders Magnusson]

Grattis Annika det blir något att lägga i minnesbanken till nästa år.

[AnitaL]

GRATTIS Annika !

Så skönt att det blev en vinst även i år ! Ser fram mot att följa dig nästa år och hoppas på många, många fler segrar innan du slår dig till
ro med man och ev barn !

[Dean Blake]

Atta girl!! Great win! We are so happy for you.

Really looking forward to a super year for you in 2008.
Take care and enjoy life-

Dean Blake

[Champagne Girl]

What a great way to end your season! Congrtulations Annika!

Thanks for all the blogs - it has been fantastic to keep up with all your news and thoughts!

[Tammy Pace]

Congratulations Annika! Can't wait to see you play in 08 and return to being number one!!!!!
You go girl!!!! Thanks for what you do for golf and all your hard work! I'm sure Mike has not stop smiling being proud of your win. Met him at the U.S. Open you to make a great couple!
Merry Christmas!

[Golf54deciploe]

Mike!
Touchdown Steelers!! You're up 7 to 3 with 14:13 in the 2nd!!

[Marg & Cherry]

Well Done Annika! We are so pleased for you - what a great result, and such a good springboard for 2008. We even got to see your closing holes live on UK TV thanks to the mens golf from South Africa having a delayed start - what a treat? Hope you and Mike have a great Christmas - enjoy the party. From your devoted fans in the UK. P.S. We love the new kit.

[Golf54deciploe]

Annika,
Bet the upcoming couple of days with Sponsors will have a pleasantly satisfying feeling don't you think?

And then it's time to take a much earned/welcomed breath and off to enjoy the snowy slopes and what-have-you!!

Our very, very best to you all this Christmas season.

[Susie]

What great news! Annika, you deserve it. I know you will come up tops again!!!

[JeanetteJ]

Excited Fan. Congratulations on your defense of the Dubai title. I followed each round on my computer and when I saw your beautiful smile holding the trophy I knew all of your hard work & positive thoughts had paid off. All good wishes for 2008. Enjoy the Holidays. Merry Christmas!

[kathnmtpsc]

cogratulations on a fantastic win.great way to end the season. you and mike have a wonderful holiday and hope santa is good to you.can not wait to see you play again at rivertowne cc in mt pleasant s.c. your fan for years,kathy

[Connie]

Congratulations on winning , it's just a sign of things to come in the New Year!! We enjoy watching you so much and are avid fans. We need Mike back in the country to cheer for the Steelers, also!! Hope you have a wonderful holiday season with all the family.

[Wayne]

CONGRATULATIONS ANNIKA! What a great way to close out the year and gain momentum for 2008. I look forward to many, many more wins... but more importantly, I look forward to your example, grace, and inspiration.

Best wishes, Wayne

[Marsha]

Way to go Annika - what a great way to start the Christmas season. It will be great seeing you back in the winners circle many times in 2008!
Happy Holidays to you & Mike.
Go Steelers!

[Oraya]

Annika,

That's it, congratulations !!!
It's such a great news for us all.

[Joan]

Congratulations on your win!!We know there will be more to come next year!!!

[David C]

Annika,

When are you going to buy a hotel suite in Dubai? Or a unit on the Palm Island??

Great job this weekend! Have a safe trip back!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

[Heidi Ho]

Way to go Annika! Nothing like a win to close the season. That was just a reminder for all the Young Guns to never forget that you are out there ;-)

[Martin]

Grattis Annika, härligt att du är inne i vinnarspåret igen. Tycker ditt spel har varit mycket stabilt resultatmässigt dem sista månaderna och ett gott 08 väntar.

Själv så sitter man och tittar ut över Bro-Bålstas vidder och ser att 18 håls banan är stängd men vi sprang med hundarna på banan iaf...i långkalsingar :)

//Martin

[Jim Funke]

Annika!!
Congradulations!!! on your Win, You and Tiger on same weekend what a great weekend for Golf Fans,
You and Mike have a wonderfull Christmas and New Years. I will be looking forward to next season
May God bless and keep you healthy and safe.

Jim

[Elaine B]

Hi Annika,

Really delighted for ya.

Recovering from getting wisdom tooth out today, (Monday) here in Dublin.

No better way to forget about what was to come over week-end by following your progress incl some live coverage Sunday.

Nice to throw a marker for 2008 just at the end of 2007 to all those young ones. Subtle but good!!

Have great Christmas/New year and all the best for 2008.

[Jill B]

Excellent Annika...

So thrilled to see all the hard work this year end on such a positive note. I can't wait to see what 2008 will bring - it should be an exciting time on the tour.

We'll be there following along in Palm Springs, Blackhawk (maybe you'll go this year!) and Maui...

Enjoy the holidays - maybe we'll see you at Alpine ;)

[John]

Annika,

Are you planning on entering PGA tour q-school next year so that you have a chance to compete on the PGA tour in 2009 and prove that you can be in the top 100 on the PGA TOUR?

I am sure you remember making that claim after the 2003 Colonial and it seems to me that if you are going to prove that claim that you need to get with it before old father time makes it impossible.

Wouldn't it be great to top off your career as a card carrying member of the PGA tour and become the first female in history to do so?

Thanks

[Sam]

Hi Annika,

Congratulations on your great win.
I think you are fantastic.
You and Michelle Wie are my favorite players.

Viva Annika.

[Mel]

Congratulations!!!It is great to see you in the winners circle again which is where you belong.
Looking forward to a great 2008 for you. I admire your golf talent and work ethics but what I admire the most is the way you handle yourself professionally and your personal life. You are indeed a credit to the game of golf and one of the best ever to play the game, male or female.
Merry Christmas.

[Annika]

Hi everybody, thanks for all those nice words. I was so happy to finally win this year. It's been a frustrating year and to finish on a high makes it all worth it. Like they say " after rain comes sun"... Happy holidays to everyone and thanks again checking in and making this blog a lot of fun to read.

[Peg]

Happy Holidays to you and Mike and your whole family.
After the win the holidays will feel happier.

[Annika]

Thanks Mel. I appreciate that. All the best for 2008.

[Annika]

Jill B, thanks. Happy New Year and cheers for a great 2008.

[Annika]

Elaine B, Thank you. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[Annika]

Heidi Ho, thanks for your nice comments. The win was great and sets the tone for 2008. Merry Christmas.

[Annika]

Hi Jim Funke, thanks for your comments. Best wishes for a great 2008.

[Annika]

Thanks Connie, appreciate your comments. Merry Christmas.

[Annika]

Wayne, thanks for your kind words. It was a sweet win and nice to finish on a high note. Happy holidays.

[Annika]

Oraya, thanks. All the best for a great 2008.

[Annika]

Marsha - another big Steelers fan!! Happy holidays.

[Annika]

Tammy Pace, Thanks for your kind word. I am lucky - Mike is a good guy...Happy holidays.

[Annika]

Susie, appreciate your comments. Merry Christmas.