Annika Sorenstam Leads U.S. Senior Women’s Open with a Standout Opening Round
CHULA VISTA, Calif. – Golfer Annika Sorenstam positioned herself at the top of the U.S. Senior Women’s Open after a remarkable first round, finishing with a score of 3 under par, 70 strokes, at the San Diego Country Club. Sorenstam, who already has a championship in this tournament in 2021, and multiple U.S. Women’s Open titles to her name, once again demonstrated her skill on the course. The 54-year-old Swedish golfer has 72 LPGA Tour victories.Moira Dunn-Bohls is one stroke away, sharing position with amateur Lara Tennant and 72-year-old Barb Moxness, who outperformed her age. Trish Johnson, the 2023 champion, and Corina Kelepouris are also in contention, one stroke away. Karrie Webb, in her first participation in the event, completed the round with 73 strokes.“I am very happy with this first round. I felt very solid from tee to green. I had good approach shots, which is very helpful on this course,” commented Sorenstam.
Annika Sorenstam
Juli Inkster finished with 75 strokes, highlighting a 50-foot eagle on the 10th hole, a par 5.“I definitely felt the nerves and anxiety, and it’s a field where I don’t know if you ever really feel comfortable,” Webb, 50, expressed.
Karrie Webb
