Annika Sorenstam on the importance of Pebble Beach: This is really a big test

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The fact that this year's women's US Open will be held at Pebble Beach is a source of excitement for many. Pebble Beach has a long history and is a special place in the world of golf. Annika Sorenstam, a golfer who gave a lot to this sport, will have the opportunity to play at the US Open, given that she received an invitation. She is happy about such an opportunity. Playing at Pebble Beach is every golfer's dream.

"Thank you for dragging me back," she laughed. "It's awesome to be here. Thank you very much for that special exemption. I didn't really know if I was going to come or not.

This is really a big test, as you know, for women's golf, but most of it is about the historic opportunity to come here and to showcase women's golf is just really, really special. It's such an iconic place."

Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach has a special place in everyone's heart. Many icons played there and delight the audience. Sorenstam emphasized that the history of this place attracts the attention of all female golfers.

"That's one of the reasons why I'm here, because I think it's really special. I'm sure other players have said the same thing, but I think when we get a chance to tee it up on these iconic, historic pedigree courses, it elevates the event in so many ways.

We're out there filming, and like this is where Tom Watson chipped in, and - I mean, I've always said that, you know, women like history, too, and maybe we can start to make history on some of these courses that other people fly around the world to play."

There are many things she is happy with. Things like this will certainly affect the progress of women's golf and cause additional interest.

"I think people are going to be drawn here to see how the ladies play at this course. It's such a magnificent facility.

But there's no doubt that by having events like this takes us to a different notch. I know that they're talking about increasing the purse. 

And it's already, what, $2 million for the winner. That on its own is a milestone, but just adding the tournament on this venue just adds to it."

Source: Golfmonthly

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