Arkansan Stacy Lewis among top picks to win LPGA Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship
Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship Presented by P&G is about to start and many experts and fans predict that Stacy Lewis will take the cup this year.
The fact that the tournament is held in her native state gives Lewis an edge over her rivals. Local fans say that this is a good thing for the golfer who is intimately familiar with the course.
Experts are also hopeful of her win at the event. Lewis has been performing very well and this form will carry over to the Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship Presented by P&G.
Stacy Lewis already has two wins in 2012. Her first win was in April when she achieved a single stroke victory at Mobile Bay LPGA Classic. Next, she lifted the ShopRite LPGA Classic, managing a four-stroke victory.
Given this track record, many fans predict that this trophy is likely to be her third for the year. With the home fans rooting for the native player, tough competition is heading towards the Pinnacle Country Club.
Top of the line is Yani Tseng. She is already a two-time winner and is in great from this year. The line-up also includes top women golfers such as ShanShan Feng, Suzann Pettersen, Ai Miyazato and Cristie Kerr, all of whom have their eyes on the prize.
Another motivation for Lewis is her recent announcement of a $100,000 donation to her alma mater, University of Arkansas. This is a thank you gift from Lewis, who faced tough times in the start of her career.
Talking at a press event, Lewis was all praise for the university and her coaches. She said that this donation is just an appreciation for the support that the university gave to her career.
The university accepted the donation and announced that it will be utilised towards making the golf facilities better.
Lewis needs at least a fourth position to honour her commitment. This adds a personal angle to the event that already is close to Lewis’ heart. She is looking forward to play on her home course.
The prize bag for the event is a hefty two million dollars. This is the kind of money that every contestant would play their very best for.
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