This German golf sensation, started The Amundi Evian Championship with a bang, posting an impressive round of 67 (-4) to secure a share of sixth place at the end of the first day. Despite a slight hiccup with a bogey on the opening hole, she is up against pillars like Lydia Ko and Brooke Henderson.

The pro golfer swiftly regained her composure and showcased her exceptional skills throughout the round, leaving her in a strong position for the rest of the championship.

Mastering the Demanding Course at the Amundi Evian Championship

Esther Henseleit’s performance at The Amundi Evian Championship demonstrated her mastery of the challenging Evian Resort Golf Club. After an early setback, Henseleit rebounded with birdies on the fourth, sixth, and ninth holes, completing the front nine at 33 (-2). Her precision shots and steady play continued on the back nine, adding two more birdies, including a confident putt on the final hole, securing an impressive round of four-under-par.

Emphasizing the significance of hitting fairways on this demanding course, Esther Henseleit stated, “I played well… I hit many fairways, and that’s kind of the key out here. When you don’t hit it, you always end up in trouble.”

Embracing the Challenge and Looking Ahead – Esther Henseleit’s Optimism

Esther Henseleit expressed her enthusiasm for the challenge presented by the Evian Resort Golf Club. Returning to the championship for the fifth time, she noted her continuous improvement and growing comfort with the course, making it an enjoyable and rewarding experience for her. The LPGA pro remarked, “It’s fun. I really like this course, and I feel like every year I’m coming back, I’m getting a bit better. It’s a good challenge.”

Returning to Europe added to Henseleit’s joy, as she had the opportunity to visit her family in Germany before the tournament. The familiarity and proximity to her homeland seemed to have a positive impact on her performance. Excited about being back in Europe, Esther shared, “I always love coming back here! The food is always good. The weather is great too. I enjoy being back.”

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Confidence in her game was evident in Henseleit’s positive outlook. With encouraging results recently, she felt optimistic about her performance, saying, “I’ve been playing well, slowly getting better. I’ve seen some results which is nice, and putting some good rounds together, so I’m confident with my game. I feel really good out on the course, so I’m looking forward to it.”

The LPGA Tour pro’s impressive opening round at the ongoing major, showcased her mastery of the challenging course. Bouncing back from an early bogey, the German golf sensation demonstrated composure and exceptional skills, securing a four-under-par score of 67.

As the championship progresses, all eyes will be on Esther Henseleit, expecting her to shine and make a strong bid for the prestigious title. Do you think she has a chance at grabbing a win at the major? Let us know in the comments below.

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