Once the European Masters get under way in September, young Hawaiian sensation Michelle Wie will be again taking to the field that includes some of the most dominate players in the world. Not only will she be on a pro course that will be held in Crans-sur-Sierre Switzerland, she will be competing against the men of the PGA, and one PGA star, Ernie Els, thinks highly of Wie.

Wie did however, get a strong endorsement from a high profile player, it was Ernie Els himself that believes Wie will do well in the event. He further believes that she will make the cut once again, as she did earlier this month in a mens event in South Korea. Els believe that this course is just what 16-year-old Wie needs to excel. The European Masters course is short, and there is a great turn around for Wie as the event is sponsored by Omega, whom just happens to be both Els and Wies sponsor as well.

Els, the winner in this very event in the year 2003, feel that this is a perfect fit for Wie. Els tips his hat to Wie, feeling that she has the drive and the guts to go it against the men on their circuit. She is attempting to play against the best players in the world, anyone as young as her deserves accolades as this is a very nerving endeavor, all the best to her. Wies short game is definitely going to shine on this course; this could be a very interesting event where Wie shocks all.

Mark Barnes

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