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A total of 25 players will compete in the inaugural season of WTGL

Michelle Wie West’s First Course Design Could Make Candyroot Lodge Golf’s Next Great Public Retreat

The most important golf course at Candyroot Lodge may not be the first one. That is not a knock on the 18-hole course being built by Mike Koprowski, the former U.S.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Michelle Wie West’s U.S. Women’s Open Goodbye Was Never Really About The Cut Line

Michelle Wie West did not get the storybook weekend at Riviera Country Club. She did not make a run up the U.S. Women’s Open leaderboard. She did not turn one more major championship start into one more Sunday push.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 2

Michelle Wie West is family first at her final U.S. Women's Open

Michelle Wie West has the secret to success as a working mom. She revealed it to a lucky group of reporters Tuesday at Riviera Country Club. "The most important thing to note is almost everything I eat and drink will have caffeine in it," Wie West declared.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / June 2

Michelle Wie West Reveals the Hidden Meanings Behind Her U.S. Women’s Open Nikes

Michelle Wie West was recently presented with a gift that combines golf history and her own family stories ahead of her surprise comeback at the upcoming U.S.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / May 20

Michelle Wie West Steps Into Golf Design With Unique South Carolina Course

Michelle Wie West is moving from becoming an expert in hitting fairways to designing them. The major champion is set to embark on a design adventure, inspired by the golfing memories from her childhood.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / May 10

'It’s Really Hard': Michelle Wie West Opens Up on the Tough Reality for LPGA Moms

Michelle Wie West spoke honestly about the challenges LPGA moms face and did not hide how difficult it can be. The retired golf star and tournament host spoke on May 8 at the Mizuho Americas Open at Mountain Ridge Country Club about the growing challenges LPGA moms face on tour.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / May 8

'That’s the Best Part of My Day': Michelle Wie West Opens Up on Special Fan Moment at Mizuho

Michelle Wie West found herself in a dark place during the opening round of the Mizuho Americas Open, battling intense nerves that made the hole look impossibly small for the tournament host.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 7

Michelle Wie West cards 'nervy' 82 in first LPGA round in 3 years

As Michelle Wie West prepared to play her first LPGA Tour event in three years on Thursday, she hoped she had everything she needed. She didn't want to bring a case of nerves.

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Michelle Wie West praises ‘unbelievable’ Nelly Korda for what she’s doing on the LPGA Tour right now

Nelly Korda is currently enjoying a simply sensational start to her 2026 LPGA Tour season, which she has dominated so far. Korda won the Riviera Maya Open last week, remarkably securing her third win in just six starts, arriving just after a major victory at The Chevron Championship.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 6

'Everything hurts': Michelle Wie West making first LPGA start in 3 years

Serving as tournament host is not what's making Michelle Wie West nervous at this week's Mizuho Americas Open in West Caldwell, N.J. Wie West, 36, will tee it up in an LPGA Tour event for the first time since stepping away from competition after missing the cut at the 2023 U.S.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / April 16

Michelle Wie West’s Career Earnings as She Returns to LPGA Competition

Michelle Wie West is returning to the LPGA Tour. She announced her comeback as a sponsor invite for the upcoming Mizuho Americas Open. While the former LPGA star didn’t hint at a full-time return to competition, she is ending her retirement for a limited LPGA schedule.

Golf News / HITC / April 1

Justin Rose pleased with ‘amazing news’ about Michelle Wie West

Michelle Wie West has delighted the golfing world with her decision to return to the sport at the 2026 US Women’s Open. The major championship, which Wie West won in 2014, will take place at The Riviera Country Club in California in June.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / April 1

Michelle Wie West Is Allowed to Play the U.S. Open Despite Expired Exemption, Here’s Why

Over a decade after the 2014 U.S. Open, Michelle Wie West’s win is still coming in handy as she looks to end her retirement. The USGA gives all winners of this prestigious tournament a ten-year exemption.

Golf News / Field Level Media / March 31

Michelle Wie West to compete at U.S. Women's Open

Michelle Wie West announced Tuesday that she is willing to give it another go at the upcoming U.S. Women's Open. Wie West, 36, is a five-time winner on the LPGA Tour, including a victory at the 2014 U.S.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / February 25

Asked About Michelle Wie West and WTGL, Lydia Ko Focuses Only on the League

When Michelle Wie West announced her return to play at WTGL, the entire world experienced a heightened sense of entropy. But for Lydia Ko, the story seemed

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 24

Michelle Wie West joins WTGL as player, investor

Former U.S. Women's Open champion Michelle Wie West is joining the new WTGL as an investor and a player. Wie West, 36, a five-time winner on the LPGA Tour, made the announcement on Monday.

Golf News / HITC / February 24

Jack Nicklaus’ thoughts on Michelle Wie West playing in PGA Tour events, as she signs with WTGL

Back in 2007, Jack Nicklaus had nothing but good things to say about Michelle Wie West when she played in PGA Tour events. Michelle Wie West has been a standout name in golf since the early 2000s, though her career tally of just five LPGA wins, including a single major, doesn’t quite reflect her profile.

Golf News / 5 GOATs / February 23

Michelle Wie West announces golf return, set to join new TGL women’s league

Michelle Wie West confirmed Monday she is coming out of retirement to compete in WTGL, the women’s version of the indoor team golf league. Wie West, a co-owner of TGL’s Los Angeles Golf Club, is WTGL’s eighth player commitment, joining Lexi Thompson, Charley Hull, Rose Zhang, Lydia Ko, Brooke Henderson, Lottie Woad, and Jeeno Thitikul.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / September 23

Retired LPGA Star Confesses She Demanded USGA and R&A to Scrap Golf’s ‘Dumbest Rule’

If you’ve ever hit a perfect drive, only to find your ball sitting uncomfortably in a nasty lie, you know the frustration. It feels like an unfair punishment for doing everything right.

Golf News / Almost Average Golf / March 25, 2025

LPGA Tour legend hopes TGL adds women in the future

TGL has thus far been exclusive to men who play on the PGA Tour. There have been no amateurs, no DP World Tour stars, no women from either the LPGA Tour or LET, and no LIV Golf members on the circuit.

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Former U.S. Women's Open winner set for final competitive tournament of career

One of the most famous players in the LPGA this century is set for the final competitive tournament of her career at the upcoming U.S. Women's Open.

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Michelle Wie West planning to step away from competitive golf

One of the most recognizable faces of the LPGA this millennium will be taking a break from competitive golf. Michelle Wie West told Golfweek that she is planning to step away from competitive play following next week's U.S.

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