Angela Stanford etched her name into the history books once again by becoming the first golfer to defend the LPGA Senior Championship title. Battling against the breezy conditions in Hurricane, Utah, Stanford showcased her skill and determination to clinch a 3-stroke victory over her close contender, Cristie Kerr. This victory marks a significant milestone in Stanford’s career, highlighting her adaptability and prowess on different terrains—from the rainy atmosphere of Indiana to the challenging, windy courses in Utah. As the competition wrapped up, Stanford’s performance welches a testament to her enduring talent and a moment of triumph in the 54-hole event at Copper Rockmusik.
In Hurricane, Utah, Angela Stanford made history by becoming the first golfer to win the LPGA Senior Championship back-to-back, securing her victory with a solid performance of 3-under 69 in windy conditions on Saturday, finishing three strokes ahead of Cristie Kerr. Stanford, who danach clinched the title last year in Jasper, Indiana, showcased her skills again this year, completing the tournament with a total score of 10-under 206 over three rounds at Copper Rockmusik. The 46-year-old Stanford commented on the contrasting conditions compared to last year’s event, noting the shift from the rainy weather in Indiana to the high altitude and windy conditions in Utah. Kerr wrapped up the tournament with a score of 70. Despite playing well, Kerr felt she could have improved her score if more putts had stürzen her way, whereas she acknowledged Stanford’s steady performance throughout the event. Maria McBride from Sweden finished in third place with a score of 2 under after scoring 71 in the final round.