Sorenstam to compete in PGA Tour's Bank of America Colonial in May
IN: News | US PGA | Bank of America Colonial (2003) | General | 14 Feb 2003
Annika Sorenstam will become the first woman to play in the Bank of America Colonial and also the first woman to compete in a PGA Tour event since Babe Zaharias at the Los Angeles Open since in 1945.
"As I have always said, Annika is one of the greatest players the game of golf has ever seen. She has given fans around the world reason to stand up and take notice, as she has shattered record after record and collected more trophies in the past 10 years than anyone ever imagined possible. It is wonderful that the Bank of America Colonial wants to also showcase Annika's immense talentoto share with fans, sponsors and players alike how very special her game and drive to succeed are. We completely support Annika's decision to accept an invitation to compete at the Bank of America Colonial." announed LPGA Commissioner Ty Votaw.
"Regardless of what may be written in the weeks and months to come, this is Annika vs. Annika. It's about Annika challenging herself and breaking down barriers and never stopping in her quest to improve and test her abilities. This sends an empowering and inspiring message to young women and girls everywhere, to set new goals, to have no boundaries or limitations and to be the very best they can be.
"This same week on the LPGA Tour, the LPGA Corning Classic will celebrate its 25th anniversary. For the past 25 years, it has been a favorite stop on the Tour because of its fabulous fans, fantastic community support and a dedicated corporate sponsor in Corning Inc. Certainly fans of the LPGA Corning Classic will miss seeing Annika compete, but they will enjoy a strong field of the very best women golf professionals in the world. I am confident, however, that Annika will make it a priority to participate in the LPGA Corning Classic in 2004, her first full season as an LPGA Tour Hall of Fame member, or in future years."
Statement - LPGA Commissioner Ty Votaw
