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Jul 8, 2023; Pebble Beach, California, USA; Allisen Corpuz tees off on the eighteenth hole during the third round of the U.S. Women’s Open golf tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Link. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
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Jul 8, 2023; Pebble Beach, California, USA; Allisen Corpuz tees off on the eighteenth hole during the third round of the U.S. Women’s Open golf tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Link. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
As the Freed Group Women’s $2 million Scottish Open presented by Trust Golf unfolds at Dundonald Links, Allisen Corpuz, the reigning US Women’s Major Champion, gears up for another week of intense competition, fresh off her performance at the Evian Championship.
Corpuz looks back on her learnings from the latest major and sets her sights on conquering the challenges of links-style golf in the UK. With stiff competition featuring six of the Rolex Top 10 players and all four major champions, Corpuz recognizes the importance of this event as a warm-up for the upcoming British Open.
Reflections from the Evian Championship — A Learning Experience
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Corpuz shares her satisfaction with making the cut at the Evian Championship, a testament to her measured approach toward her major goal. While she acknowledges areas for improvement in her game, she also takes pride in her performance, aiming to build on her successes and continue learning with each passing year.
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Jul 7, 2023; Pebble Beach, California, USA; Allisen Corpuz tees off on the seventh hole during the second round of the U.S. Women’s Open golf tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
The experience has left her eager to tackle the unique challenges that links golf presents, particularly in terms of course management and adapting to ever-changing wind conditions.
Embracing Links Golf — From Hawaii to Scotland
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Hailing from Hawaii, where wind is a common factor, Corpuz draws on her experiences from the Pacific paradise. Despite her comfort in windy conditions, she acknowledges the differences in wind patterns between Hawaii and Scotland. Her limited exposure to links golf before joining the LPGA Tour at the Curtis Cup in Wales only adds to the intrigue and excitement surrounding this style of play. Corpuz relishes the intricacies of links golf, including judging roll distances and making strategic decisions on a course with birdie opportunities interspersed with tougher holes.
As Allisen Corpuz prepares for the Freed Group Women’s Scottish Open, she embraces the challenges of links golf with enthusiasm. Her reflections from the Evian Championship have fueled her determination to improve and perform at her best, taking into account the unpredictable winds of the UK courses. With top-notch competition awaiting her, Corpuz is aware of the opportunity to hone her skills by playing alongside some of the best in the sport. “It’s been really cool. It’s not a position that I thought I would be in, so I’m just really grateful. But it’s been really fun,” she said.
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As she enjoys the perks that come with her Major Champion status, Corpuz remains grounded and focused on her love for the game, appreciating the journey she never thought she would be on. As she readies herself for the European swing, she stands ready to elevate her performance and make her mark once again on the international golfing stage.
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