Canadian golfer Brooke Henderson thrives under the pressure of playing in her home country’s LPGA tournament. As a two-time CPKC Women’s Open champion, Henderson has demonstrated her ability to handle the heightened attention and support from fans without feeling overwhelmed. She views this tournament as a special and demanding week, drawing inspiration from the positive energy and love shown by the spectators.
Henderson, hailing from Smiths Falls, Ont., aims to secure her third victory at the upcoming tournament in Edmonton’s Royal Mayfair Club. Reflecting on her past wins in 2018 and last year, she considers them as significant career milestones, especially the emotional moment of celebrating with her family and friends.
The prestigious $2.75 million US CPKC Women’s Open features some of the world’s top golfers, including the current world No. 1, Nelly Korda. Despite being ranked 11th in the world, Henderson has had notable performances in major championships this year, instilling confidence in her game.
Apart from her golfing achievements, Henderson has experienced personal milestones, becoming engaged to Ricky Castro and welcoming her niece. These positive developments off the course have contributed to her relaxed demeanor and enhanced performance on the golf course.
In a field of 156 professionals and amateurs at the Edmonton tournament, Henderson leads a group of 15 Canadians, including the talented 17-year-old Anna Huang. The CPKC Women’s Open holds historical significance in Canadian golf, with this year marking the 52nd edition of the tournament.
Former champion Lydia Ko, aiming for her fourth victory at the tournament, acknowledges the importance of this event in her career, citing its role in shaping her success, including an Olympic gold medal win. As the tournament unfolds in Edmonton, players are bracing for challenging weather conditions, with rain expected to impact the event.
Both Henderson and Ko have prepared for the tournament’s unique challenges, including dealing with mosquitoes due to the wet conditions. Despite the bug-related concerns, players are focused on delivering their best performance on the renowned Royal Mayfair course.
With a rich history and a strong field of competitors, the CPKC Women’s Open promises thrilling golf action and memorable moments for players and fans alike.