Solheim Cup captain Stacy Lewis made her professional debut in 2008 in the U.S. Women's Open at Interlachen, had a one-shot lead going into the final round and wound up in a tie for third behind Inbee Park.
Her earnings of $162,487 did not count toward trying to earn an LPGA Tour card because the LGPA did not co-sponsor the U.S. Women's Open. Lewis ended up winning Q-school and before long was on her way to 12 victories, including two majors. The policy since has been changed.
That's notable now because she might have to use a captain's pick on Rose Zhang, who has shown her worth in two big tournaments.