Laura Davies

Is Laura Davies Britain's greatest female sportsperson?

Or should she also be classed as one of Britain's greatest sports persons full stop?

I can think of very few British sports people who have had such amazing career.

After seeing and reading about her latest victory at the Open de españa, at the age of 46, it got me thinking about here place in Britain's list of sports greats.

Lets look at her career ( according to the Ladies European tour www.ladieseuropeantour.info )

4 major's
ladies European tour wins 41
LPGA wins 20
Plus 14 other wins on various tours
11 times Solheim cup player
7 time LET order of merit winner
1st non American to top the LPGA order of merit

To date Sir Nick Faldo is Britain's greatest golfer.

6 Majors
40 professional wins
11 Ryder cups and the highest point winner in the history of the match.
World number one for 98 weeks

I have no doubt that Sir Faldo will always be considered as one of Britain's greatest sports persons, But I feel looking at the records of both players Laura Davies should also be in the category of greats.

In an era where other leading sports people are lauded for their accomplishments, Laura Davies seems to be forgotten. Presumably its the lack of exposure that ladies golf has in Britain. Plus she may not be seen as the poster child for ladies golf. But this lady continues to play amazing winning golf at the age of 46.

I hope she continues to play high class golf for many years to come. Maybe one day the British press and public will realise what a true champion she has always been. I would be very interested to know how many if any current lady golfers see her as a role model.

If you have any comments please post them up.

Area's for discussion.

Who is Britains greatest female sports person?
Who is Britains greatest sports person?


I look forward to your comments

Andy