Mickey Wright

Biography

Mickey Wright had the swing that even Ben Hogan admired - high praise from a man who studied golf swings like science. The 13 major championships and 82 LPGA wins came with an elegance that made dominance look effortless. She could shape shots both ways, control trajectory at will, and when she was on, simply couldn't be beaten. The 1963 season, with 11 victories including 4 in a row, stands among the most dominant individual years in golf history. But foot problems and a disinterest in fame led her to retire at 34. She never sought the spotlight, rarely gave interviews, and spent her later years in quiet obscurity. The shy champion who owned women's golf for a decade.

Career Highlights

• 13 Major championships
• 82 LPGA Tour wins
• 4 LPGA Player of the Year awards
• Ben Hogan called her swing the best he'd seen
• Won 11 tournaments in 1963

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