Celebration...
What a week!! I am so happy to claim my third victory of the year and my 72nd on the LPGA. I have always enjoyed playing here at Kingsmill and always hoped for some good results. It took me five tries to finally figure out this course. I had my irons really dialed in on the back nine and managed to break the tournament record at 19 under. The tournament has had some great champions and I really wanted to join that special group. It's time to celebrate with a Michelob Ultra.
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Way to go Annika! You've earned that Michelob!
Posted by: Janet | May 11, 2008 at 05:24 PM
Annika, CONGRATULATIONS on win no. 72, no. 3 this year and your 2nd straight! Kudos also on taking over 1st place on the money list (if my math is correct) by $318! More and more, this is shaping up as one of the all-time greatest years for the LPGA. You're on a roll now--keep it going!
Posted by: Paul S. | May 11, 2008 at 05:34 PM
Thank you, Janet. It was such a thrill!
Posted by: Annika | May 11, 2008 at 05:35 PM
Hi Annika -
Watching you play such good golf today was well worth missing my cat naps. Catnip, favorite treats and toys are among my favorite things and now I can add this special win today - Congratulations from a very contented, proud cat!
Posted by: Annika the Cat | May 11, 2008 at 05:36 PM
Hi Paul, I wish your math was serving us correctly, but I am still trailing Lorena. I am thriving for that number one spot again. Thank you for the support!
Posted by: Annika | May 11, 2008 at 05:38 PM
Annika,
Wow! Congrats on a tremendous week! You were really dialed in all week long! I missed the live telecast but just finished watching the tournament on tape. What a great win- #89 by my count.
Enjoy this win and keep it going for next week.
All the best to you and Mike
BK
Posted by: B. K. | May 11, 2008 at 05:45 PM
Annika, Michelob is Howard's favorite beer! You are our favorite player. It can't get any better than that.
We were lucky enough to stay at Kingsmill last year. It is a lovely place. We can see why you like it so much. We'll have to go back because your picture will now be plastered all over the dining room walls. Maybe we'll play the River Course and re-live your tremendous victory all over again.
Did your parents get to watch you this week in person? We hope so.
Have a safe trip to NY/NJ. Annika The Cat promised to give me updates next week. Good Luck!
Posted by: Howard & Helen | May 11, 2008 at 05:47 PM
Hi Annika,
You signed my hat while at the pro am at the Ginn at Orlando, And I said if you could cut one stroke per round that it would change everything.. I just wanted to let you know that you are playing great... Keep up the good work!!
JR
A FAN
Posted by: John R | May 11, 2008 at 05:49 PM
With your much improved putting you may not even need to play the longer shafted driver.
Too bad the Women's US Open isn't next week since your entire game looks Open ready.
Once again you're in striking distance of POY.
Posted by: cleo | May 11, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Annika. Congrats on your win at Kingsmill. I was there in person & followed you during your final 2 rounds. What a display of ball striking and putting we fans were privilidged to see. Seeing you receive your 72nd trophy was awesome & a highlight of sporting events attended. Hope next week is a repeat. All good wishes!!
Posted by: Jeanette Jones | May 11, 2008 at 06:28 PM
Annika, I cancelled my game of golf to watch on TV you bringing home the trophy and it was worth it. Here in Australia we don't have the privilege of watching the event live and I have to be so careful not to turn on the news in case the results are announced. So happy for you and a great year ahead.
Posted by: Susie | May 11, 2008 at 06:38 PM
Annika, this is Janeen, the black woman that shows up from time to time and goes bonkers with every birdie... First off, CONGRATS on a beautiful win--so sweet to see you back in form after what I know was such a bad injury. Second, I just want to say THANKS--for all you have done for women's golf, for the way you have carried yourself on and off the course, AND for all the autographs you've given me over the many years I have followed you--I have kept them all, and always will. See you in Charleston. I'm still thinking about 58--are you?... Best wishes, Janeen
Posted by: Janeen V. | May 11, 2008 at 06:49 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!! It is a joy to watch you play. This is going to be an exciting season. I know you can and will be #1 again. Good luck next week.
Posted by: Joyce | May 11, 2008 at 06:56 PM
Hi Annika,
I just want to say what a joy it was to see you win today. I have recently started playing golf, and just recently started watching the LPGA. Your drives look so effortless. I am currently trying to work on drive just like that (of course it take lots practice).
I really appreciate what you have done for the game of women's golf. What an awesome job with the win!
Posted by: Becca | May 11, 2008 at 07:00 PM
Annika,
Congrats on another great win, four rounds in the 60's - another tournament of consistent golf by a legendary champion!
(And of course, here's to wishing a Happy Mother's Day today to your Mom and all the Moms!
Posted by: rich | May 11, 2008 at 07:42 PM
Congratulations on an amazing tournament! I am so happy for you that you were able to post such a great score at this "major"! Keep up the great work on the course and off!
Posted by: Sue Kishimori | May 11, 2008 at 08:18 PM
Sweet Sweet Sweet! What a fantastic tournament for you!
And we loved Mike spraying you with the Michelob.
Today was a tremendous day - #72 - #3 in 2008 - and 2 in a row!
I have to say that yesterday was my favorite. It was fantastic to see you go head to head with Lorena on day 3.
I really think you are an amazing athlete - and I believe that happy and healthy put you above all the rest.
Congrats Annika.
All the best in Jersey.
Posted by: Jill B | May 11, 2008 at 09:19 PM
Hej Annika
WO...............OW!! The greatest ever, ever, ever!!!
I am booked into Kingsmill later in the summer, and now it is going to be fantastic, thinking what shot would Annika play here?
That is the greatest thing about the game of golf. If you very lucky, you can get to play with your heroes, in pro-ams, etc, or if not, at least play the courses, and think Annika made birdie here, etc. You don't get to do that in many other sports.
Loom
Posted by: Loom | May 12, 2008 at 12:25 AM
Congrats on another win, Annika. Truly awesome. I salute your focus, energy and drive....keep it going!
Posted by: Betty Floris | May 12, 2008 at 03:06 AM
Annika,
Congrats on your dominating win. You continue to show that great things DO happen to great people. Way to quiet the critics who said you couldn't win with Lorena in the field. I wish you continued success.
Posted by: Ellen | May 12, 2008 at 03:59 AM
Grattis Annika,
Jag har alltid trott att du skulle komma tillbaka i form (I've always believed you'd come back in shape).
Totorere
Posted by: Totorere | May 12, 2008 at 04:12 AM
Great win Annika!! I enjoyed watching your play all 4 days. What class you showed playing with Lorena, you're a real Champion and on your way to recapturing that #1 spot!! Good luck this week....bring home #73 By the way...love the shirt you wore on Saturday...I loved it so much, I ordered it!!!
Posted by: Karen Wiggins | May 12, 2008 at 05:03 AM
Annika,
Well the corks are popping again in East Palestine, Ohio. We were so thrilled to watch you win again for the third time this season. Your play down the strech was fantastic !!! The rest of the year is really going to be fun to watch. You and Lorena (the two best players and classiest people) on the LPGA are really going to give golf fans a real treat. Congrats again and good luck this week.
Jerry and Jill
Posted by: Jerry and Jill | May 12, 2008 at 05:54 AM
SWEEEEET
What a big win crushing a great field......
Hope you have a velvet lined case for your putter, she deserves it!!!!!
www.stevewozeniak.com
Posted by: Steve Wozeniak PGA | May 12, 2008 at 08:10 AM
Life is GREAT for all of the ANNIKA fans. We all are looking forard to a memorable season.
Posted by: Patty | May 12, 2008 at 10:13 AM
JAAAA! (YESSS !) Underbaaaaart ! (LOOOOOVELYYYYY !)
Jag visste det ! (I knew it !) Du är tillbaka i gammal form ! (You are back in old shape ! Önskar dig all lycka resten av året (Wishing you all luck rest of the year !)
GRATTIS ! (CONGRATULATIONS !)
Posted by: AnitaL | May 12, 2008 at 10:17 AM
Annika;
May the wins! continue to come and May God Bless you and keep you Healthy.
Notice Charlotta on stand by list for next tournament, My question is since she has been a champion in past, can't you just pay your entry fee and play?? How does the LPGA handle entries?
Thanks
Posted by: Jim Funke | May 12, 2008 at 11:57 AM
Congratulations, Annika. Your focus and determination are very inspiring to golfers of all genders and abilities. Best wishes to winning more tournaments this year.
Posted by: Marie | May 12, 2008 at 12:08 PM
Can't help but notice that you beat the other 3 of the top 4 players by a combined 38 strokes, awesome.
Posted by: ernie | May 12, 2008 at 12:23 PM
Sorry, I blew it with my money list comment-- Lorena is still on top (for now). Guess I need a new calculator. Anyway, the gap is narrowing. Go, Annika!
Posted by: Paul S. | May 12, 2008 at 01:15 PM
I'm a new fan of golf and I thought one day, "Oh rats! I get interested in this sport just when the number one woman in the whole world is winding down. I'll never get to see her play!"
So so glad that you have made a come back and are looking and feeling strong! You made us stand up and cheer yesterday! (even though we think that Lorena is a little doll and a great athlete too).
Posted by: Christine | May 12, 2008 at 01:24 PM
Congratulations, Annika. What a great final round to end a well played tournament.
I have to say - watching your game should be mandatory for any and all aspiring golfers, male or female.
Posted by: Lars Olufsen | May 12, 2008 at 01:53 PM
hello annika,
congratulations on your latest win... i never lost faith in you...you're still the best!
warmest regards,
marichi
Posted by: marichi ojeda | May 12, 2008 at 08:29 PM
1 000 CONGRATULATION to your win! We are are a gang of golfgirls in Västerås who really admire you! We look so much forward to see you play on Frösåker.
You are truly the best!!!
Posted by: Freja Holm | May 13, 2008 at 02:26 AM
I was at Kingsmill this weekend for the 5th straight year. My mom and I follow you every year there. I was absolutely thrilled to finally see you hold up that trophy. Congratulations on this win and the many more I see in the near future for you.
I have and always will be a huge fan!
Posted by: Jen Floyd | May 13, 2008 at 04:38 AM
U RULE!!
Posted by: Charlotte | May 13, 2008 at 09:27 AM
I'm sorry to hear that your retiring from golf. I met you two years ago at the ADT Championship at Trump Intl. You were kind a gracious enough to take a photo with me.. I am a HUGE fan of yours... You will be sorely missed.. You have done sooo much to advance the LPGA and for that we thank you...
Best of luck to you in your future endeavor...
Posted by: Bill | May 13, 2008 at 12:38 PM
Hi Annika,
Great win over the weekend at Kingsmill and your 72 win!! I noticed for the first time in a very long time you were smiling and having fun again! Keep smiling and the wins will follow! Good luck in your retirement and everything you do!
Posted by: Julie | May 13, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Way to go, Annika! What a great win! You have been my favorite player since I took up golf nine years ago. You continue to be an inspiration to improving my game and your golf and fitness tips have helped me get closer to achieving my goals. Although you will be sorely missed by this fan, I wish you nothing but happiness and all the best in your future endeavors. Thank you for all great golf and for being such a TERRIFIC role model!
Posted by: Donna | May 13, 2008 at 04:46 PM
Grattis Annika till en otrolig karriär!!! Du är en riktig förebild och har hjälpt mig bli en bättre golfare ;-)
Jag önskar dig lycka till med dina nya utmaningar!
Kram, Lina
Posted by: Carolina | May 14, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Annika, we will miss you!!!!!
Posted by: Adam | May 15, 2008 at 06:12 PM