Trish Johnson

English golfer with major championships

Trish Johnson - English golfer with major championships
Born

January 17th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Played professional golf starting in the late 1980s. Achieved significant success on the Ladies European Tour and claimed multiple titles. In 1994, won the Women's British Open, a prestigious major championship. Also earned a significant number of top finishes in events such as the US Women's Open and the LPGA Tour. Competed effectively for Great Britain and Ireland in the Curtis Cup, representing the team in 1992 and 1994. Recognized for strong skills and consistency in competitive play throughout the career.

Won the 1994 Women's British Open

Competed in the Curtis Cup for Great Britain and Ireland

Achieved multiple titles on the Ladies European Tour

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