Brooke Henderson

Professional golfer, major championship winner

Brooke Henderson - Professional golfer, major championship winner
Born

September 10th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in Canada in 1997, a professional golfer who quickly rose to prominence on the LPGA Tour. Achieved significant success with a major championship victory at the 2016 KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Competed in multiple international tournaments, consistently ranking among the top players in women's golf. Known for a powerful driving style and exceptional putting skills, contributed to the growth of women's golf on a global scale.

Winning the 2016 KPMG Women's PGA Championship

Multiple LPGA Tour victories

Representing Canada in international competitions

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