Stacy Lewis Bids Farewell to LPGA at Chevron Championship

Stacy Lewis's retirement marks the end of an era for the LPGA. Her career is a testament to perseverance, overcoming significant health challenges to become a top-ranked golfer. Lewis's impact extends beyond her wins, as she actively participated in shaping the LPGA and advocating for its players. Her final tournament at the Chevron Championship, where she won her first major in 2011, brought her career full circle. The emotional moment of having her father caddie the final hole highlighted the importance of family support in her journey. Lewis's career serves as an inspiration, demonstrating that success can be achieved through determination and gratitude. She was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 11, so severe that she wore a back brace for 18 hours every day from age 11 until she got out of high school, and then had to have surgery when that didn't correct the curvature in her spine. That's when the doctor realized Lewis was more that a recreational player. So he suggested a single rod for the surgery to allow her more flexibility and rotation. Because of that raffle ticket, Lewis went on to play at Arkansas, win an NCAA title and enjoy a distinguished LPGA career.

13 LPGA titles, including two major championships, and a rise to world No. 1.

She battled scoliosis, requiring surgery and wearing a back brace for many years.

At the Chevron Championship in Houston, Texas.

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