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Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Contents

Championship Overview ...... 4 Championship Factsheet ...... 5 Final Results ...... 6 Sponsors and Partners ...... 7 Marketing and PR ...... 8 Website Statistics ...... 10 Social Media ...... 12 Television ...... 16 Global Exposure ...... 18 Schedule of Events ...... 20 Sanctioning Bodies and Championship Partners ...... 21 Links ...... 22 Spectator Village ...... 24 The Ricoh Experience ...... 26 Media Centre ...... 28 Hospitality ...... 30 Official Functions ...... 32 Pro-Am ...... 34 Sponsors Day ...... 35 Golf Zone ...... 36 Plant a Tree for Africa Initiative ...... 38 Volunteers and Staff ...... 39 Roll of Honour ...... 40 Smyth Salver Roll of Honour ...... 40 The Championship in Pictures ...... 42

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 2 3 CHAMPIONSHIP OVERVIEW 11th CHAMPIONSHIP FACTSHEET Year of Ricoh Sponsorship

The 41st edition of the Ricoh Women’s British Open saw several firsts, in particular the first time a Major has been hosted at venue: Championship Committee: Kingsbarns Golf Links, a spectacular venue, situated on the Coastline of . In its relatively short history, it has Trish Wilson already cemented itself as one of the finest courses in the world and a brilliant venue for the 4th LPGA Major of the year. dates: 3rd August 2017 - 6th August 2017 LGU Chairman

A strong International field descended on Kingsbarns Golf Links including world number one So Yeon Ryu, upcoming English event owners: R&A Johnnie Cole-Hamilton star Hall and reigning U.S Open Champion Sung Hyun Park. With wet, windy conditions throughout the week, the 1st Executive Director, Championships, The R&A challenge really was to master the elements. partners: R&A, IMG host for Kingsbarns golf links Ross Hallett After a week of testing yet spectacular links golf, a winner emerged in In-Kyung Kim, who blew the field away with a sanctioning bodies: LPGA, LET Vice President IMG, IMG Tournament Director comfortable two shot victory. Despite late charges from Michelle Wie and , Kim cruised to the finish and dually lifted the Ricoh Women’s British Open trophy. field & format: 144 Competitors, 72 hole , Koya Kikuchi 36 hole cut (65T -1) MD IMG

prize money: (US)$3.35 million Yoshinori (Jake) Yamashita 1st 1st $504,821.00 6th $119,445 President & CEO Ricoh Company Ltd 2nd $302,899.00 7th $99,983 3rd $234,468 8th $87,608 Carsten Bruhn 1st Tournament since 4th $181,383 9th $78,758 Ricoh Company Ltd. EVP & Cooperate Associate Advisory Office R&A and LGU merger 5th $145,990 10th $71,673 David Mills past winners: 2017 I.K. Kim 2011 CEO, Ricoh PLC 2016 Ariya Jutangarn 2010 Yani Tseng 2015 2009 Ivan Khodabakhsh 1st 2014 2008 CEO, LET 2013 2007 2012 Jiyai Shin Ricki Lasky coverage Senior Vice President, Tournament Business Affairs, LPGA (Sky Zone) website: www.ricohwomensbritishopen.com

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 4 5 final results sponsors & partners

1 In-Kyung Kim KOR 270 -18 23T Carolota Ciganda SPA 281 -7 49T CAN 285 -3 2 Jodi Ewart-Shadoff ENG 272 -16 23T FRA 281 -7 49T USA 285 -3 3T Michelle Wie USA 275 -13 30T Jacqui Concolina USA 282 -6 49T USA 285 -3 3T GER 275 -13 30T KOR 282 -6 49T (am) IRE 285 -3 3T ENG 275 -13 30T Sophie Lamb (AM) ENG 282 -6 49T Mo Martin USA 285 -3 6 KOR 276 -12 30T Su Oh AUS 282 -6 59T Lydio Ko AUS 286 -2 7T CHI 299 -11 30T Yani Tseng TPO 282 -6 59T ENG 286 -2 7T SWE 277 -11 30T RSA 282 -6 59T USA 286 -2 7T Hyo Joo Kim KOR 277 -11 30T KOR 282 -6 62 Nicole Broch Larseon DEN 287 -1 7T Stacy Lewis USA 277 -11 30T Jaye Marie Green USA 282 -6 63T USA 288 E 11T USA 278 -10 30T ENG 282 -6 63T Madelene Sagstrom SWE 288 E 11T USA 278 -10 39T Sun Young Yoo KOR 283 -5 63T Laura Gonzalez-Escallon GER 288 E 11T Inbee Park KOR 278 -10 39T USA 283 -5 63T AUS 288 E 14T USA 279 -9 39T NED 283 -5 63T Hee Kyung-Bae KOR 288 E 14T JPN 279 -9 39T Mi Jung Hur KOR 283 -5 63T Ayako Uehara JPN 288 E 16T Sung Hyun Park KOR 280 -8 43T In Gee Chun KOR 284 -4 69T Klara Spilkova CZE 289 1 16T USA 280 -8 43T USA 284 -4 69T JPN 289 1 16T USA 280 -8 43T USA 284 -4 69T Eun-Hee Ji KOR 289 1 16T Sei Young Kim KOR 280 -8 43T USA 284 -4 72 Prima Thammaraks THA 290 2 16T ENG 280 -8 43T So Yeon Ryu KOR 284 -4 73 THA 291 3 16T Ally McDonald USA 280 -8 43T SWE 284 -4 74 Sally Watson SCO 292 4 16T THA 280 -8 49T TPO 285 -3 75T Marissa Steen USA 293 5 23T Fumika Kawagishi JPN 281 -7 49T USA 285 -3 75T Yukari Nishiyama JPN 293 5 23T Wei-Ling Hsu TPO 281 -7 49T Ha Na Jang KOR 285 -3 77 My Leander SWE 297 9 23T USA 281 -7 49T GER 285 -3 23T Azahara Munoz SPA 281 -7 49T USA 285 -3

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 6 7 marketing & PR

Press Releases promotions Golf Email Competition Sent to England Golf database of members: Distributed regularly in the build up to the • Driving Range Promotions Sent: 23,850 Championship, beginning from the Media Day in April. • Red Ball Competitions were set up at a number Open: 8,621 of driving ranges within a 50 mile radius of Clicks: 1,165 Kingsbarns Golf Links, giving fans in the region Clicks on the competition link: 133 Radio a chance to win tickets over a four week period. Three-week radio campaign on Radio Tay voiced by In total 10 ranges took part and 40 tickets were Andrew Cotter including: given away. • 78 radio adverts (30 seconds) infographics Created in the build up to the Championship to show • 25 pre-promotional ads for daily competition field stats, tournament specific stats and key data during week two. outdoor advertising during live play. These were distributed on all RWBO • Live competition week with live presenter reads Airport –48 sheet billboard at arrivals for social channels. on breakfast show along with 7 promo trailers four weeks from 3rd July to 30th July. before competition live on air in afternoon show 5-9. • Branding on website email marketing media partnerships Global Golf Post – Editorial Coverage in the build up • Two Facebook ads We sent monthly e-mails including a dedicated preview edition. • Email mailer to 4.5k database in the 8 month lead upto our database of over 8,,000 people. With an average media competitions open rate of nearly 25%. digital 14 Facebook advertising campaigns which targeted Ticket competitions were placed in golf magazines, Sports industry average is different audience segments based on location, national and regional newspapers inc. Today’s Golfer, 17.8% Emails mixed key interests and lookalike characteristics from our Golf Monthly, Golf Punk, Women & Golf and National messaging and information, mailing database. Club Golfer with promotion of ticket discounts and related In total these were seen by more than 750,000 people. promotions.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 8 9 LPGA.com ricohwomensbritishopen.com

website statistics video plays video plays sessions (visitors) news page views Users page views LPGA.com all platforms

device usage to rwbo.com 3,022,992 447,457 1,077,788 8,313,528 62,239 688,243 (+63% vs 2016) (+60% vs 2016) (+97% vs 2016) (+52% vs 2016) (-44% vs 2016) (+75% vs 2016) SESSIONS (VISITS) 63,073 90,985 SESSIONS SESSIONS 155,060 309,118 20.4% 29.43% SESSIONS LET.com 50.16% visitors UNIQUE Users 196,061 189,999 geographical referrals UNIQUE Users UK Page views USA 94,491 795,182 page views Ireland 514,508 avg session time Japan 02:15 Total number of country visitors 168 Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 10 11 TWITTER FACEBOOK social media Impressions 1.07M (64% increase vs 2016) Profile Visits 69.8K

Mentioned 4,605

New Followers 925 (since 2016 tournament)

Replies 384 (69% increase vs 2016)

page views new page likes people reached post engagements total video views new page followers Retweets 1,062 (6% increase vs 2016) 3,515 4,464 208,348 62,354 35,804 711 Likes 4.2K (100% increase vs 2016) (965 New Page Likes since 2016 Tournament) Top Tweets top posts 8,425 17,498 People Reached People Reached 1,477 4,449 Post Clicks Post Clicks

181 202 48,929 impressions 55,572 impressions Reactions, Reactions, comments comments 3,921 engagements 14,215 media views & shares & shares 3,225 media engagements 1,636 engagements

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report *All above posts & stats are organic with no money to boost the posts Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 12 13 Social Media

social media Top POSTS INSTAGRAM

Impressions 139,323

REACH 7,483

PROFILE VIEWS 8,783

Followers 1,900 (+857 since 2016 tournament/45% increase)

179 Likes 2,216 Impressions 1,796 Reach

121 Likes 1,774 Impressions 1,404 Reach 902 VIEWS 155 Likes 3,211 Impressions 2,674 Reach

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 14 15 television most-watched 1.1 million 7.2 million final round final round viewers unique viewers The Ricoh Women’s British Open was televised globally (+28% vs. 2016) at this event in more including live coverage on all four Championship days than 10 years on the primary broadcast partners - The , NBC, Sky Sports UK, TV Asahi & JTBC in Korea, plus daily highlights on the BBC. most number saturday’s coverage of viewers was the most-watched among women’s Majors third round of any women’s golf in 2017 tournament since 2014 U.S. Women’s Open

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 16 17 global exposure

RICOH WOMEN’S BRITISH open 2016 2017 % CHANGE

Total Global Media Equivalency $104.64m $224.79m +115%

Total Global QI Media Value $25.71m $55.74m +117%

Total Number of Broadcasts 417 434 +4%

Total Global Broadcast Hours 1,103 1,349 +22%

Total Live Broadcast Hours 573 815 +42%

Japan & UK had the highest increase in broadcast hours year on year.

Truly a global TV audience with the Championship being shown on every continent, including 25 countries plus Pan Africa, Pan Asia, Pan Latin America, Pan Malaysia and Pan Middle East. 1,349 815 $55.74M total Global total Live total Global Broadcast Hours Broadcast Hours QI Media Value (+22% vs. 2016) (+42% vs. 2016) (+117% vs. 2016)

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 18 19 Together with the USGA, The R&A governs the sport of golf worldwide, operating in separate jurisdictions while sharing a commitment to a single code for the , Rules of Amateur Status and Equipment Standards. On 1 January 2017, schedule of events The R&A merged with the Ladies’ Golf Union (LGU) and took on sanctioning governance responsibility for women’s golf.

Monday 31st July: Final Qualifying: Castle Course, Since being founded in 1950, the Ladies Professional Golfers Association has emerged into the worlds longest running Tuesday 1st August: Pro Am: Shotgun starts at 08:00 and 13:30 professional women’s sports league reaching all continents. bodies & Wednesday 2nd August: Official Practice Day Tee times 07:00-15:30 1st tee.

Thursday 3rd August: Championship Round One The is Europe’s leading women’s Tee times 06:30-15:28 (11 mins from 1st) professional golf tour and formed as the WPGA in 1978. With 324 members from 38 different countries who inspire fans at championship Friday 4th August: Championship Round Two more than 20 golf tournaments on five continents Tee times 06:30 - 15:28 in 11 minute intervals from the 1st tee. Cut from 144 competitors to leading 65 and ties.

Saturday 5th August: Championship Round Three IMG is a global leader in sports, events, media and fashion, operating in more than 30 countries. The company stages partners Sunday 6th August: Championship Final Round hundreds of live events and branded entertainment Play finishes followed by prize giving on the 18th green. experiences annually to a global market.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 20 21 The Ricoh Women’s British Open headed to Kingsbarns for the first time in 41 years. The venue has made a name for itself by co-hosting the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship but made its debut hosting a Major professional event. kingsbarns golf links Kingsbarns Golf Links is located in the illustrious Kingdom of Fife, just seven miles from the ‘Home of Golf’, a sensational layout with each hole offering a sea view. Golf at Kingsbarns origins back some 200 years but a recent revival of the golf links has seen much acknowledgment as one of the finest links courses in Scotland and a worthy addition to the prestigious St Andrews portfolio.

The players loved Kingsbarns for both the challenge and the sheer beauty. “Considering it is so young the condition is superb, I have loved this place since I played it when I was 15” said Mel Reid. The proximity to the sea alongside the stunning sea views had players such as Michelle Wie saying, “it is beautiful, the ocean views are gorgeous, it’s like I’m back in . The challenge still remains though no matter the weather”

“Hosting the Tournament has been our greatest honour and we are thankful to you for the lasting effects we will enjoy in the years ahead” Art Dunkley, Owner

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 22 23 spectator village

The spectator village at Kingsbarns Golf Links provided a great platform for spectators to experience the Championships sponsor’s spectacular exhibitions. Located on the entrance to the venue it exposed all spectators to the village experience.

Attractions included:

• Ricoh Experience • Darnley’s Gin Exhibition • Official merchandise by Calvin Klein • 2019 Exhibition • Merchandise by Kingsbarns Golf Links • fitting • Arnold Clark Car Exhibition and display • Main Scoreboard and TV screen • Visit Scotland exhibition (Home of Golf) • Golf Zone • ishga Skincare exhibition • Spectator bar and refreshments

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 24 25 The Ricoh Experience was a chance for Championship guests and spectators to experience Ricoh’s latest products and services along with Official merchandise sold by Calvin Klein and Kingsbarns Golf Links. Ricoh offered three main products:

Ricoh Theta THE ricoh experience 360 degree HD camera Z Series binoculars with Pentax Lens Coating Technology The high grade, multi-layer new lens coating, reduces reflectance in the visible light spectrum, creating crisp high-contrast images free of flare and ghosting under demanding light conditions.

WG-50 Adventure camera The WG-50 rugged chassis can be relied on in the harshest conditions from beneath the waves to the top of wintry mountains.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 26 27 The Championship catered for journalists from all over the world. Representatives from global print, radio, television and social media gathered in the Media Centre to report on the on-course action of the Ricoh Women’s British Open. 160 media centre Those accredited to enter the Media Centre had access to facilities including: Accreditated Media

• 140 individual workstations • Wireless Internet connection • Radio booths • Clerical stations for laminating, photocopying and printing • Landline telephones • Large scoreboard and TV screens showing coverage 122 • Interview/Press Conference room Media • Photographers area • Coffee Shop 38 Photographers 5,364 Press articles generated over 8 day period

Event week Monday 31st July - Monday 7th August Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 28 29 RICOH CONNECTED BUSINESS PAVILION, SCOTLAND THE HOME OF GOLF CHALET & CHAMPIONS CLUB hospitality Overlooking the 18th green, the Ricoh Connected Business Pavilion, Scotland The Home of Golf chalet and Champions Club Hospitality Pavilion offered valued guests the opportunity to mix business with pleasure in a relaxed and luxurious environment. Offering breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and a full drinks service the hospitality pavilion was the place to be seen. Guests were able to view live golf from the balcony and catch up on the action round the course on the numerous television screens within the facility.

The Official Championship Skincare partner, ishga, provided an onsite complimentary spa service for all hospitality guests within the Pavilion. A team of experienced therapists offered refreshing facials, relaxing neck, back or shoulder massages.

Empowering Digital Workplaces

In 2017 Ricoh built a product and services showcase within the Hospitality Pavillion allowing guests to experience first hand the many new technologies and products that Ricoh can provide.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 30 31 official functions

Welcome Reception 2017 Venue Hall of Champions, Old Course Hotel Date Wednesday 02 August 2017 Time 18:30 –19:30

Ricoh Officials Dinner 2017 Venue Conservatory, Old Course Hotel Date Wednesday 02 August 2017 Time 19:30 – 22:00

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 32 33 pro-am sponsors day

Date: Monday 7th August Venue: Kingsbarns Golf Links Format: 18 hole team stableford, best 2 scores

Results 1. Calvin Klein 86 points 2. Arnold Clark 85 points 3. Fife Golf Partnerships 84 points

Date: Tuesday 1st August Venue: Kingsbarns Golf Links Format: 18 hole team stableford, best 2 scores

Results AM (Due to poor weather only 15 holes were completed) 1. Kingsbarns 1 Amy Yang 83 points 2. Golfing World/ R&A Brittany Lincicome 74 points 3. Ricoh Georgia Hall 73 points

Results PM 1. Arnold Clark Carlotta Ciganda 101 points 2. IMG 5 88 points 3. RWBO 1 Klara Spilkova 86 points

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 34 35 The Golf Zone was a partnership between the R&A, the LET, Scottish Golf and Club Golf, providing golfing opportunities to children, adults and families. Titleist sponsored three golfing challenges for spectators to try GOLF ZONE alongside 15 minute coaching sessions to help improve their games:

• 6 hole putting Course • 5 Driving nets • Free Titleist ball fitting • Kids chipping area

During the Championship, over 300 lessons were completed and many golfing memories created.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 36 37 plant a tree for volunteers & staff

The success of the 2017 Ricoh Women’s British Open simply could not have been achieved without the help africa initiative and enthusiasm of all marshals and scorers who worked tirelessly throughout the week in unpredictable conditions.

Plant a Tree for Africa was conceived by Ricoh in 2007 to help A team of over 350 marshals ensured that both the players us all play a more active role in climate change and encourage and spectators experienced the best possible conditions. everyone to make small changes to their daily lives to reduce The changeable weather throughout the week provided their own carbon footprint. Plant a Tree for Africa offers all a challenge for the marshals to keep both players and Ricoh Womens British Open supporters the opportunity to spectators safe on the . Marshals from the St make a difference by pledging their support online or at the Andrews area were able to aid spectators with knowledge Championship. Players can make the difference by making of the area and ensure their time was maximised. birdies and eagles during the four days of competition. In return Ricoh pledged to plant 5 trees for every birdie, 10 trees More than 80 walking scorers assisted the players during for every eagle and 1000 trees for every albatross during the 4 rounds of play, ensuring that all scoring information tournament play. was recorded and communicated to the Media Centre; meaning on course spectators and global audiences could Tree counts: follow live play. thursday friday saturday sunday Our long running partner, Eventful Temps provided excellent temporary staff to run leaderboards, scoreboards, 2285 3265 1450 1425 carryboards and various other positions on and off course. By communication with local golf courses, students and The week of outstanding golf saw the course record being communities the temporary staff played a significant broken by a wonderful Michelle Wie 64 and then equalled difference to the experience of the Championship. twice along with a dominant birdie display by I.K Kim saw a steep increase from last year’s tree tally. A total of 8425 trees will be planted thanks to the outstanding golf played at the 2017 Ricoh Women’s British Open.

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 38 39 roll of honour

1990 288 Woburn 2006 A Yang 301 Royal Lytham & St Annes Championship Winners 1989 274 Ferndown 2005 M Wie 278 Royal Birkdale 1988 Corinne Dibnah 295 Lindrick 2004 L Stahle 290 Sunningdale 2017 In-Kyung Kim 270 Kingsbarn Golf Links 1987 296 St Mellion 2003 E Serramia 294 Royal Lytham & St Annes 2016 2015 Inbee Park 2014 mo martin 2016 Ariya Jutanugarn 272 Woburn – Marquess Course 1986 Laura Davies 283 Royal Birkdale 2002 No winner 2015 Inbee Park 276 1985 300 Moor Park Golf Club 2001 R Hudson 287 Sunningdale 2014 Mo Martin 287 Royal Birkdale 1984 289 Woburn 2000 No winner 2013 Stacy Lewis 280 St Andrews 1983 No Tournament 1999 G Sergas 291 Woburn 2012 Jiyai Shin 279 Hoylake 1982 Marta Figueras-Dotti 296 Royal Birkdale 1998 No winner 2011 Yani Tseng 272 1981 295 Northumberland 1997 S Cavalleri 290 Sunningdale 2010 Yani Tseng 277 Royal Birkdale 1980 Debbie Massey 294 Wentworth 1996 B Hackett 296 Woburn 2009 Catriona Matthew 277 Royal Lytham & St Annes 1979 Alison Sheard 301 Southport and Ainsdale 1995 L Dermot 299 Woburn 2008 Jiyai Shin 270 Sunningdale 1978 Janet Melville 310 Foxhills Golf Club 1994 M Fischer 299 Woburn 2007 Lorena Ochoa 287 St Andrews 1977 Vivien Saunders 306 Lindrick Golf Club 1993 J Morley & 2006 281 Royal Lytham & St Annes P Meunier 297 Woburn 2005 Jeong Jang 272 Royal Birkdale 1992 No winner 2004 269 Sunningdale Symth Salver Winner 1991 No winner 2003 Annika Sörenstam 278 Royal Lytham & St Annes (Leading Amateur) 1990 S Bennett 302 Woburn 2002 273 Turnberry 1989 J Morley 274 Ferndown 2017 In-Kyung Kim 2013 stacy lewis 2012 jiyai shin 2011 yani tseng 2001 Se Ri Pak 277 Sunningdale 2017 Sophie Lamb 282 Kingsbarn Golf Links 1988 K Imrie 301 Lindrick Golf Club 2000 282 Royal Birkdale 2016 Leona Maguire 284 Woburn – Marquess Course 1987 J Furby 305 St Mellion 1999 Sherri Steinhauer 283 Woburn 2015 L Sobron 287 Turnberry 1986 V Thomas 289 Royal Birkdale 1998 Sherri Steinhauer 292 Royal Lytham & St Annes 2014 E Talley 294 Royal Birkdale 1985 J Thornhill 308 Moor Park Golf Club 1997 Karrie Webb 269 Sunningdale 2013 L Ko & G Hall 294 St Andrews 1984 M McKenna 302 Woburn 1996 277 Woburn 2012 L Ko 297 Hoylake 1983 No Tournament 1995 Karrie Webb 278 Woburn 2011 D Kang 290 Carnoustie 1982 M Figueras-Dotti 296 Royal Birkdale 1994 280 Woburn 2010 C Hedwall 291 Royal Birkdale 1981 B Robertson 299 Northumberland 1993 Karen Lunn 275 Woburn 2009 No winner 1980 B Robertson 295 Wentworth 1992 207 Woburn 2008 A Nordqvist 285 Sunningdale 1979 S Hedges 308 Southport and Ainsdale 1991 P. Grice-Whittaker 284 Woburn 2007 No winner

Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report Ricoh Women’s British Open 2017 Post Event Report 40 2010 yani tseng 2009 catriona matthew 2008 jiyai shin 2007 Lorena Ochoa 2006 Sherri Steinhauer 41 THe championship in pictures

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