Carla Bernat Escuder, perhaps an unknown name to some, but there is no doubt that after the victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur tournament, she will attract the public's attention.
The young golfer was coached by Sergio Garcia's father.
The young Spaniard played a great tournament, achieving the lowest result in the history of the tournament.
In an interview with the media, Escuder shared her emotions, having a problems to process everything that happened.
It feels amazing. I am over the moon, Bernat Escuder said, as quoted by Golf By Tour Miss.
As of right now, I dont think my brain has processed that Ive won.
Being close to victory brings unique emotions, especially the tension that was at its peak. Carla knew she had to play perfectly if she wanted to celebrate in this tournament.
I knew the tournament was going to start on No. 10 because I watch all the Masters.
So, as soon as I hit that second shot, I was like, Oh, you need to get it together and just get this par. That was the key.'
Sergio Garcia reacts
Sergio Garcia also reacted to her victory, stressing that he is proud of her.
It is clear that Sergio's father gave his all to 'create' such a players, workingpatiently, and now they are reaping the fruits of effort and work.
Sergio had only words of praise, knowing how difficult is to be at the top. The experienced Spaniard feels that this is just the beginning for her, as many challenges are ahead.
I am super proud of Carla. To be able to win the Augusta Womens Amateur, its unbelievable, said Garcia.
Yeah, she came from our academy obviously before she moved here to the U.S. and played in college.
But yeah, its an amazing feat and super proud of her. Cant wait to tell her well done
