LPGA Legend Recalls ‘Extravagant’ Meeting With the Late Queen Elizabeth II

Millions of people have been paying their tributes to the late Queen Elizabeth II and Golfers have also joined in to pay their respects. Dame Laura Davies is one of Europe’s most accomplished golfers ever. Davies had the pleasure of meeting Her Majesty after she won the 1987 U.S. Women’s Open.

The Iron Lady expressed her condolences for the Late Queen’s death. She also discussed her first meeting with the Late Queen Elizabeth II.

Laura Davies on the first time she met Late Queen Elizabeth II

Their first conversation might not have been long, but indeed Davies held it in high regard. The Queen congratulated Davies on her victory in the major championship. That meant a lot to the 20-time LPGA Tour winner, as it would to anyone else.

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Laura talked about her conversation with the Queen. “She said, ‘Well, make sure you win,’ and I actually did go on and win,” Davies recalled. I said to someone the other day, I wonder if she looked at the results. I know she didn’t. In my mind, it would be nice to think she got the newspaper out on Monday and looked at the scores.”

Having the Queen wish you luck and possibly even see you do well must feel like a dream come true. The pro golfer also shared her condolences on the demise of Her Majesty. She acknowledged it was a big loss for the nation. The 58-year-old also addressed how the atmosphere has changed in England ever since the Queen’s demise.

Laura on the PGA-LIV controversy

Laura Davies is one of the biggest names in women’s golf. She also shared her views on the ongoing PGA Tour vs LIV Golf controversy.

Dame Laura Davies urged both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf to work together. The leading LET winner wants both the tours standing at odds to ensure the world’s top players are consistently playing against each other in the future.

Davies’ point doesn’t seem all so wrong about the matter. But is it possible anymore? Well, only time will tell. What do you think about Davies’ meeting with Her Majesty? Share your views in the comment sections below.

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