ST. LEON-ROT, Germany – Michelle Wie’s first breakout performance as a professional came at the Solheim Cup at Rich Harvest Farms six years ago.
Just a rookie back then, Wie was a controversial American captain’s pick under intense scrutiny by a legion of critics who believed she was an overly hyped talent who had yet to earn the right to play.
Under pressure, Wie was a tour de force for captain Beth Daniel, delivering an MVP-like performance.
Wie was 3-0-1 helping the Americans easily defeat Europe.
Hall of Famer Juli Inkster was a part of that team, and she was so impressed with the shots Wie hit under pressure that she predicted another breakout performance wasn’t far away for Wie.