Folks, did you hear about this? A true golf legend ventured back onto the course after a nearly three-year break! Michelle Wie West, the 2014 U.S. Women's Open champion, teed off on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Mizuho Americas Open in West Caldwell, New Jersey. A return that truly resonates – even if the initial score didn't quite go as planned.
Expectations were high, but reality proved sobering: Michelle Wie West carded a 10-over par 82 in her comeback round. This provisionally placed her 118th out of 119 players. A tough pill to swallow, no doubt. She hadn't swung a competitive club since the 2023 U.S. Women's Open, and it showed. She only hit 7 of 14 fairways and 10 of 18 greens in regulation. And then the putts – 37 in total, including a four-putt on the 11th. What a rollercoaster ride!
Rusty Clubs, Jittery Nerves
But honestly: anyone who returns to this level after such a long time, two maternity leaves, and all the commotion still deserves our full respect. The body aches, the routine is gone, and nerves are undoubtedly playing havoc. Michelle Wie West herself described the experience as “dark, very grim” and admitted to being extremely nervous on the first tee at 7:37 AM local time (1:37 PM CEST).
Michelle Wie West on the 'nervy' 82 she shot in her first LPGA start in three years: "It was funny, I wasn't nervous going in, and I get to the first tee and I'm like holy s-h-i-t. I now spell my curse words because I'm a mom. "I was like, wow, the hole all of a sudden looks so
Auf X weiterlesenFarewell Tour of an Icon?
This tournament is more than just a comeback for the 36-year-old: It serves as a warm-up for the U.S. Women's Open next month at Riviera Country Club, which will likely be her last professional event ever. A true legend prepares for her farewell. Even though the round didn't go optimally, she emphasized afterwards how much respect she has for the current LPGA pros: "These girls are really good out here." And there was also a small emotional moment: Mid-round, she gave a small souvenir to a young fan named Owen. This shows where her heart lies despite all the pressure.
