Watch: Michelle Wie West's teary-eyed farewell to the golf world

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Michelle Wie West has bid a heartfelt farewell to the golf world on a touching and heartbreaking occasion. The US Women's Open published a video on their official account on July 5, showing Wie West's extraordinary journey.

The touching film depicted significant events and milestones throughout Michelle Wie West's long career. The video highlighted her impact on the sport and the encouragement she provided to aspiring golfers throughout the world, from her early days as a young prodigy to her wins on the largest platforms.

As the video unfolded, showcasing Michelle Wie West's great achievements, her emotions overflowed, culminating in tears of delight, thanks, and introspection.

The moving homage was not limited to Wie West. It also featured appearances by renowned players such as Rose Zhang and Rickie Fowler, who expressed their admiration and appreciation for the golfer's extraordinary accomplishments in the sport.

Michelle Wie West's advice to upcoming golfers

In a touching moment near the end of the film, Wie West shared her advice for aspiring golfers:

"You can't live your life perfectly, but if you live boldly, it'll turn out right."

These comments capture the energy and determination that have marked Wie West's career, inspiring countless fans and fellow athletes.

Michelle Wie West: Career Wins

As Michelle Wie West announces her retirement from competitive golf, fans and fellow athletes recall her incredible career and the achievements she gained along the way. Among her major victories, her win at the 2014 U.S. Women's Open stands out.

She won with an amazing winning score of -2, finishing two strokes ahead of her closest challenger, Stacy Lewis.

Michelle Wie West's triumph at the US Women's Open demonstrated her unwavering drive and talent. She continually demonstrated her ability to rise to the occasion and perform at the top level throughout her career, earning her a spot among the game's greatest.

Here's a look at her other wins:

No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin of victoryRunner(s)-upWinner's share ($)
1Nov 15, 2009Lorena Ochoa Invitational−132 strokesPaula Creamer220,000
2Aug 29, 2010CN Canadian Women's Open−123 strokesJee Young Lee, Kristy McPherson, Suzann Pettersen, Jiyai Shin337,500
3Apr 19, 2014LPGA Lotte Championship−142 strokesAngela Stanford255,000
4Jun 22, 2014U.S. Women's Open−22 strokesStacy Lewis720,000
5Mar 4, 2018HSBC Women's World Championship−171 strokeBrooke Henderson, Danielle Kang, Nelly Korda, Jenny Shin

Aside from her US Women's Open victory, Wie West has accomplished several major milestones throughout her career, which include five LPGA Tour victories.

YearChampionshipWinning scoreMarginRunner-up
2014U.S. Women's Open−22Stacy Lewis
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