Wie West Questions WTGL Tech After Opening Night Frustration
Michelle Wie West voiced clear frustration with the new WTGL simulator technology during the opening night of the women’s indoor golf league.
Key points
- Learning the New Indoor Game After the initial reaction, Wie West shifted to a more diplomatic tone when asked about the technology.
- Wie West, now retired from the main tour, noted that the shot felt like a low strike but acted like a high-spinning approach.
- Wie West made her feelings clear to her playing partners as she shook her head.
Michelle Wie West of Los Angeles Golf Club takes a selfie of players during WTGL Media Day at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida on September 20, 2026.
Building a Younger Audience Despite the tech hiccups, Wie West sees a bright future for the indoor league.
Additional details
- The opening night saw other players deal with the pressure of the new format.
- “This format introduces the game to a much younger crowd,” Wie West said.
- Wie West explained that the system is good but requires time to master.
- Wie West played alongside Alison Lee and Gaby Lopez for the LA team.
- She noted that the tech is not something players can immediately relate to, especially for smaller shots or shots out of the rough.
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