Anna Nordqvist

Maja Stark turned around a nightmare start at the US Open

Defending champion Maja Stark had a shaky start to the US Open, but recovered and finished the first day at par, five strokes off the lead.

Struggling with chronic illness: It affects my game

Linn Grant is chasing her first major title at the US Open. At the same time, she suffers from the chronic disease endometriosis. "It affects my mood, it definitely affects my patience, and it's clear that it affects my game," she says.

22-year-old Swedish hidden gem ready for US Open

Golfer Johanna Sjursen will play her first major a month from now. The 22-year-old hidden gem from Gothenburg won the U.S. Open qualifier at Piedmont Driving Club in Atlanta, Georgia.

Linn Grant eliminated, drops 80 places at Chevron Championship

Swedish golfer Linn Grant was eliminated in the second round of the first major of the year, the Chevron Championship in Houston, USA. After six bogeys and a double bogey, she plummeted down the leaderboard and missed the cut.

Guide: Blue and yellow question marks ahead of the Chevron Championship

Many Swedes are getting excited as the women's major golf season begins at the Chevron Championship. But the question is whether any of them is in form to contend for a new blue-and-yellow major title.

Madelene Sagström pregnancy plan: Play a major competition in the seventh month

Madelene Sagström is 15 weeks pregnant - but hopes to play three majors before she goes on maternity leave. At the same time, caddie Shane Codd has received a clear directive. "I told him, 'If I'm playing badly, you have to tell me. Then we'll pack up,'" says Sagström.

Sagström Climbs to Fourth After Strong Second Round in LPGA Tour

Madelene Sagström had a good day between the rain showers on the golf course outside Boston on the LPGA tour. The Swede went six under par for the day and is now fourth after the second round.

Sagström Shines in Boston, Secures Second Place After Two Rounds

Madelene Sagström had a good day on the golf course outside Boston on the LPGA tour. The Swede went six under par for the day, and is now second with a total of nine under par after two rounds.

Swedish Golfers Struggle in British Open as Yamashita Wins

It was no advanced placement for any of the remaining Swedish women in this year's British Open golf. The Japanese Miyu Yamashita won.

Swedish Women Trail in British Open at Royal Porthcawl

Sagström Advances in British Open as Stark Misses Cut

Madelene Sagström has gained an advantage ahead of the weekend's decisive battle in the major tournament British Open.

Swedish Golfers Struggle at Evian Championship as Grant Misses Cut

Patience continues to be tested for Linn Grant. In Evian Championship she missed the "cut" – again. And she was far from alone among the Swedes. It's just a sigh, says the Swedish golf star.

Madelene Sagström's Unexpected Shot Causes Stir at Evian Championship

Maja Stark's three-ball was standing and putting. Then came Madelene Sagström's ball rolling in on the green – from more than 240 meters. I apologized, but I think they were a little angry, says the Swede.

Linn Grant Reflects on Challenges Ahead of Evian Championship

Linn Grant has recharged her batteries by winning the Swedish Championship gold together with her dad – at little Snöå GK in Dalarna. Maybe it was exactly what she needed. It was really nice and gave a bit of perspective on my own game, she says ahead of Evian Championship.

Maja Stark Aims for Victory at PGA Championship After US Open Win

Maja Stark got a nightmare start on the first round of the major tournament PGA Championship. During the second day in Texas, the fresh US Open winner climbed and was the only Swede to pass the qualifying limit. Now I want to win here too, says the 25-year-old.

Maja Stark Aims to Emulate Tiger Woods After US Open Triumph

US Open win gave Maja Stark five years of security. Now the Swede can "copy" golf legend Tiger Woods and develop her swing. I can do a Tiger – even if things are good they can always get a lot better, says the 25-year-old ahead of this week's major tournament PGA Championship.

Maja Stark Wins US Open, First Swedish Woman Since 2006

Maja Stark won the US Open, as the first Swedish woman since 2006. This just feels enormous, says the 25-year-old about her first major title in her career.

Maja Stark Leads Solo Ahead of US Open Final at Erin Hills

Maja Stark is well positioned to take home her first major. I and my caddie did a good job of not putting ourselves in bad positions, says the 25-year-old after Saturday's play.

Swedish Golfers Shine in Strong US Open Start at Erin Hills

Several Swedish women are at the top after the first round of the golf major US Open. Maja Stark, the best of the blue and yellow, was long in the lead before she lost some at the finish.

Scottie Scheffler Wins PGA Championship as Alex Norén Falls Short

World number one Scottie Scheffler handled the pressure and took home the PGA Championship in golf. Alex Norén had the chance to take Sweden's second major title in golf, but dropped significantly when it mattered most.

Japanese Golfer Mao Saigo Wins Chevron Championship in Playoff

It didn't become a successful Swedish week in this year's first major tournament, Chevron Championship, on the women's side. More fun was had by Japanese Mao Saigo – who won after a dramatic playoff.

Swedish Golfers Lag Behind in Chevron Championship Final Round

Ingrid Lindblad Qualifies for Chevron Championship Weekend After Eagle

The Swedish star Ingrid Lindblad hit an eagle at the end of the second round at the Chevron Championship in Texas and thus appears to qualify for the weekend – albeit far down the leaderboard.

Lindblad Faces Storm-Interrupted Start at Chevron Championship

After the success in Los Angeles, star player Ingrid Lindblad got a tough start in this year's first major. The competition was interrupted before she could finish playing – but the climb to the top is long for the Swede.