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Sunday, April 7th, 2013

Golf Channel Notes and Quotes: Kraft Nabisco Championship, Final Round

Golf Channel Notes and Quotes

Kraft Nabisco Championship, Final Round

Mission Hills Country Club

Rancho Mirage, Calif.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

 

On Inbee Park, 2013 Kraft Nabisco Champion

“This is a joyous moment for Inbee Park.” – Judy Rankin

“Nothing like being able to three-putt on the final hole and still win.” – Judy Rankin on Park’s four-stroke lead as she approached the 18th green.

“I think Inbee Park and Stacy Lewis might be the next big battle this year.” – Judy Rankin

“She was very emotional about winning at Evian last year, and finally felt like she was back in the competitive game.  She had doubts about herself and whether she would win again.” – Judy Rankin on Park winning the 2012 Evian Masters, her first LPGA win in four years.

 

On So Yeon Ryu (finished runner-up after a final round 65)

“Beautiful round of golf today.  That is the best of the day.  Best of the week.” – Judy Rankin

 

On Suzann Pettersen (finished T3)

“She was born to compete in tough tournaments like this.” – Kay Cockerill

“Gotta finish like that on your birthday.” – Terry Gannon on Pettersen’s birdie on the 72nd and final hole on her birthday

 

On Lizette Salas (finished T25 that included a final round 79)

“This won’t stay with her for too long.” – Judy Rankin

“Just knowing the kind of person she is, she will be able to move on.  She desperately will want to get in contention again.” – Judy Rankin

“Sometimes the ‘away game’ is better. – Judy Rankin on Salas feeling the pressure of a playing in a major championship near her hometown.

“You’re rhythm is off, your emotions are in turmoil, and trying to recover during a round is oh, so difficult.” – Judy Rankin

 

On Rolex Rankings No. 1 Stacy Lewis (finished T32 at 1-under-par)

“I think Stacy Lewis is going to have a really good year.  When she is on, it is a beautiful thing to watch, and she is not a bad putter herself.” – Judy Rankin

 

On Yani Tseng (finished T48 at 2-over-par)

“In golf it is difficult to become number one the first time.  The second time, it is even tougher.” – Judy Rankin

“She has not been able to put it together over four rounds.” – Judy Rankin

 

On Jessica Korda (finished T25 after a final round 76 after starting the day T3)

“She is an explosive player.  She seems to have some highs and lows.  She has been on a roller coaster ride all week.” – Judy Rankin

 

On Michelle Wie (finished T41 at even par)

“The window hasn’t closed.  What we have to find out now, and only time will tell, is if there are just too many scars.” – Judy Rankin on Michelle Wie’s LPGA potential.

 

On the Kraft Nabisco Championship and Mission Hills Country Club

“This is one of the great showcase places for women’s golf.” – Judy Rankin