The Excitement will continue in the 2012 ANNIKA Invitational at Mission Hills

On 26th August, the first ANNIKA Invitational for Junior Girls in China ended successfully at Mission Hills. Annika Sorenstam witnessed the birth of the first “ANNIKA Invitational at Mission Hills” on the ANNIKA course designed by herself. Thomas Charlotte from the Great Britain won the championship with 206 strokes (72, 68, and 66). Guan Ruqing from China (207 strokes), Wongwaiwate Phimnipha from Thailand (215 strokes) as well as the champion, Thomas Charlotte are invited to participate in the ANNIKA Invitational to be held in the U.S.A in February, 2012.

“We enjoy a long-standing relationship with Annika and are excited to have helped create China’s first ‘girls-only’ junior championship” says Tenniel Chu, Vice Chairman, Mission Hills
Golf Club, “She shares our devotion to develop the stars of tomorrow, both on and off the golf course, by providing access to tournament playing conditions, world-class instruction and educational opportunities.”

“I am very excited to expand the ANNIKA Invitational format to Mission Hills in China”, says Annika. “Mission Hills has been a leader in junior golf development throughout Asia, so I am extremely pleased to be partnered with them to bring the first girls-only event to China. I want girls around the world to have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, just like I did.”

The 2012 ANNIKA Invitational for Junior Girls will continue the excitement at Mission Hills. We expect more junior female golfers to participate in this tournament, to achieve excellent results and make their dreams come true.

Information from Mission Hills Golf Club