Danbury Lady Carling Open facts for kids
The Danbury Lady Carling Open was a special golf tournament for women. It was part of the LPGA Tour, which is like the major league for women's professional golf. This tournament only happened for two years, in 1968 and 1969. It took place at the Ridgewood Country Club in Danbury, Connecticut.
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About the Danbury Lady Carling Open
The Danbury Lady Carling Open was a professional golf competition. It brought top women golfers to Danbury for a few days of exciting play. The tournament was a chance for fans to see skilled athletes compete for a championship title.
Where Was the Tournament Held?
The tournament was played at the Ridgewood Country Club. This golf course is located in Danbury, Connecticut. It provided a beautiful and challenging setting for the golfers.
Who Were the Champions?
Even though the tournament was only held for two years, it had some very famous winners.
1969 Winner: Carol Mann
In 1969, the winner of the Danbury Lady Carling Open was Carol Mann. She was a very successful golfer during her career. Carol Mann won many tournaments on the LPGA Tour.
1968 Winner: Kathy Whitworth
The tournament in 1968 was called the Gino Paoli Open. The champion that year was Kathy Whitworth. She is one of the most famous golfers ever. Kathy Whitworth won more professional tournaments than any other golfer, male or female.
