Yani Tseng was named among Time magazine’s annual list of “The 100 Most Influential People in the World.”
Notably, she is the only golfer on the list.
What constitutes most influential?
“They are the people who inspire us, entertain us and change our world,” Time says.
Tseng, 23, won a dozen times around the world last year, including two majors. She has won three of six LPGA events this season
Hall of Famer Annika Sorenstam, Tseng’s idol, wrote Time’s explanation of why Tseng made the list:
“Golf is a game of numbers. Success is quantified statistically. On the current landscape of women’s golf, Yani Tseng’s dominance is unquestionable. At 23, she’s already won a career’s worth of tournaments and prize money. But even more impressive than her win total, scoring average and No. 1 world ranking is the way she wins.
“Yani’s infectious smile and genuine enthusiasm for golf create an aura that grabs the attention of galleries and living rooms, captivating even casual sports fans. People know they’re witnessing greatness.
“A rare talent with the ability to energize a new generation of LPGA fans, Yani will get even better as she gains experience. Her potential both as a player and as an ambassador for the game is limitless. While there’s no way of knowing how many records she’ll shatter, Yani’s blend of skill, grace and work ethic will be a powerful force on the LPGA tour for years to come.”
