Open de Espana: Despite finishing third at the Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de Espaa on Sunday, Linn Grant was still able to claim the Race to Costa Del Sol championship.
another Swede The Andalucia Costa del Sol Open of Spain was won by Caroline Hedwall by herself when she defeated Morgane Metraux in a four-hole playoff.
Grant needed a strong final round of 65 (-8) to take third place overall at the Alferini Golf Course in Malaga at 17 under par.
Alice Hewson of England finished in a tie for fifth, and Ireland’s Leona Maguire, who entered the final round tied for the lead, carded a 69 to finish fourth on 16 under.
She remarked, “It was quite exciting.” I had a difficult day yesterday, so it was good to play well today. I didn’t give it much thought until I made an eagle on the 17th hole.
“I’m satisfied with my round and the competition.”
She finished the competition one stroke behind fellow countrywoman Hedwall, who after regulation play tied with Switzerland’s Metraux at 18-under par.
the playoffs. Before moving on to the 17th hole, Hedwall and Metraux played the 18th hole three times. After that, Hedwall made a birdie on the par-five hole to win.
I could take advantage of the par-five holes here and reach and two-putt for birdies or perhaps make a few eagles because I have been hitting my driver extremely well over the past few of weeks. It’s been amazing, and I’ve had a lot of pleasure playing on this golf course.
“The 2023 Solheim Cup will be a goal for next season,” said the athlete, “I wasn’t sure I still had it in me, and I think I just showed myself I can.”
Grant and Maja Stark were squabbling for the top spot on the Ladies European Tour going into this tournament. Stark finished on 13 under, four strokes behind Grant, who pulled through.
Grant remarked, “This is big for Swedish golf.”
“I used to look up to Carro [Hedwall] as a role model, so to see her out there triumphing and enjoying herself is awesome as well.
“I just feel so relieved and happy.”
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