Caitlin Clark is back in competition this week — just not on the basketball court.
The WNBA sensation may be in the offseason for her hoops schedule, but she is keeping herself busy in the sporting world. Clark took part in the Pro-Am portion of “The Annika” this week, an LPGA event hosted by golf legend Annika Sorenstam.
STREAM: Watch Caitlin Clark in ‘The Annika’ Pro-Am tournament
A star herself, the 22-year-old was paired with World No. 1 golfer Nelly Korda. Clark got the chance to compare her game against the American, who is a two-time major champion and an Olympic gold medalist.
The competition took place at Pelican Golf Club in Bellaire, Fla., and considering Clark’s popularity in the sporting world, more eyes than ever were on the field competition in the Pro-Am.
The Sporting News tracked all her highlights and results from the Pro-Am at “The Annika.”
MORE: How good is Caitlin Clark at golf?
Caitlin Clark golf score today
Round 1
Clark participated in the scramble event at the Annika Pro-Am on Wednesday.
The basketball star was paired with Dan Towriss, Jason Rickard and Nelly Korda on the front nine, and event namesake Annika Sorenstam replaced Korda for the back nine. Here is how Clark’s foursome performed Wednesday.
Hole (Par)Clark’s team score (overall)1 (4)3 (-1)2 (4)4 (-1)3 (3)3 (-1)4 (4)3 (-1)5 (4)3 (-2)6 (4)4 (-2)7 (5)4 (-3)8 (4)4 (-3)9 (3)2 (-4)10 (4)3 (-5)11 (4)3 (-6)12 (3)2 (-7)13 (4)3 (-8)14 (5)4 (-9)15 (3)3 (-9)16 (4)4 (-9)17 (4)3 (-10)18 (4)4 (-10)
Caitlin live updates, results, highlights from ‘The Annika’ golf tournament
All times Eastern
12:50 p.m.: There is a MASSIVE crowd looking to get an autograph from Clark at the Pelican Golf Club. You don’t see these types of crowds at most pro-am golf tournaments, but that is the impact Clark has on the sports world at the moment.
Caitlin Clark fever in full effect at The ANNIKA Pro-Am. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/f6N8b3G7jq
— NBC Sports (@NBCSports) November 13, 2024
What a scene here at the end! Caitlin Clark madness. pic.twitter.com/D6d15BdQ9s
— Beth Ann Nichols (@GolfweekNichols) November 13, 2024
11:45 a.m.: Clark is getting the chance to take in legend Annika Sorenstam as her partner for the back nine, and the Swede did not disappointed with an excellent chip shot.
Chip-in by the GOAT! 🔥🫡 Annika Sorenstam drops it in and Caitlin Clark is loving it.
📺 Golf Channel pic.twitter.com/kJYFpLordX
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 13, 2024
11 a.m.: Most Pro-Ams have only a handful of spectators, and competing individuals have ever fewer. That’s not the case with Clark, as a large crowd is following her progress from hole-to-hole, getting the chance to watch her dominate another sport.
A glimpse of The Caitlin Clark Effect — in a different sport ⛳️
Most Pro-Am groups have a handful of spectators. But Caitlin? 1k+ pic.twitter.com/7vvZM9htT6
— Scott Agness (@ScottAgness) November 13, 2024
10:50 a.m.: Clark is known for her exceptional ability on the basketball court, but where did her love of golf come from? She shared during her time at the Pro-Am that it was her dad, Brent, that got her into the sport at an early age.
Caitlin Clark shares how she first got hooked on golf and her preferred competition style on the course. ⛳️ pic.twitter.com/XmeRnTkJej
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 13, 2024
9:31 a.m.: How about that putting game? Clark once again shows off her ability to read a green and places a long putt close to the pin for an easy follow-up.
That touch. 💯
A picture-perfect lag putt by Caitlin Clark from off the green. pic.twitter.com/nRda7wv86v
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 13, 2024
8:37 a.m.: Clark shows off her approach game, hitting one of her iron shots right onto the middle of the green.
Solid approach shot by Caitlin Clark. 🎯👏 pic.twitter.com/9j2SLywXf2
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 13, 2024
8:15 a.m: Clark shows off her short game, sinking a putt and giving a fist bump
caitlin clark with the fire put and the first bump after!🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/a5wOMU1P29
— #22caitlinthegoat (@ccthegoat22) November 13, 2024
8:05 a.m.: Not a bad partner to have. Clark is playing with World No. 1 Nelly Korda for the first nine holes at “The Annika.” Later, host Annika Sorenstam will be with the basketball star on the back nine.
Nelly Korda 🤝 Caitlin Clark pic.twitter.com/FLrGWicIfk
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 13, 2024
7:38 a.m: Clark gets a standing ovation from the crowd as she tees off on the third hole.
Caitlin Clark tees off at the 3rd hole and shows why she’s a fan favorite. pic.twitter.com/ZDUnCLxVyp
— Women’s Sports Journal (@wsportj) November 13, 2024
7:30 a.m: Clark is just like us. She nearly takes out a member of the crowd early in her round, as she pulls her tee shot into the water.
Fore! pic.com/2CUt0ij9ZO
— Brentley Romine (@BrentleyGC) November 13, 2024
Caitlin Clark tee time
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 12Tee time: 7 a.m. ET
Clark will start her round with the first group at 7 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The group will consist of Korda and Sorenstam (professionals) as well as Clark, Dan Towriss and Jason Rickard (amateurs).
Is Caitlin Clark good at golf?
According to ESPN, Clark has a handicap of “around 16”, and that she is capable of shooting “in the low 80s.”
Shooting in the low 80s for someone who is doing it in their free time is an incredibly strong score, so, yes, Clark is good at golf. She won’t be jumping on the LPGA Tour anytime soon, but considering she is taking part in Pro-Am competitions, she must be good enough to hang with the best female golfers.
How to watch Caitlin Clark in ‘The Annika’ Pro-Am
TV channel: Golf ChannelLive stream: Fubo
Clark’s pro-am round will not be televised in full, but Golf Channel is bumping up its coverage to 11 a.m. ET in order to show live look-ins and highlights. You can also follow along with Clark’s appearance on Fubo, which is currently offering a free trial.
