21 June 2020

US Women’s Open champion Michelle Wie West announces birth of baby daughter

US golf star Michelle Wie West has given birth to a baby girl.

The 30 year-old, who plays on the LPGA Tour, announced that she and her husband, NBA Golden State Warriors executive Jonnie West, have named their first child Makenna Kamalei Yoona West.

The 2014 US Women’s Open champion, said on Instagram: “Kenna baby, I have waited my entire life to meet you. Makenna Kamalei Yoona West, your daddy and I love you more than any words can describe. You are our entire (world) we can’t wait to watch you grow.”

She married West in August 2019 and announced she was pregnant in January this year.

The star turned professional shortly before she was 16 years-old and has won the LPGA Tour five times.

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