Susie Berning

Suzanne Maxwell Berning (July 22, 1941 – October 2, 2024) was an American professional golfer. She became a member of the LPGA Tour in 1964 and won four major championships and eleven LPGA Tour victories in all. She also competed under her maiden name Susie Maxwell from 1964 to 1968. She was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2022.

Early life and amateur career Suzanne Maxwell was born in Pasadena, California. Her family moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, when she was 13.

She was the first woman to receive a golf scholarship from Oklahoma City University, where she competed on the men's team.

Professional career In 1964, Maxwell turned pro and joined the LPGA Tour that year. She earned LPGA Rookie of the Year honors.

Awards and honors In 1964, she earned the LPGA Rookie of the Year award. In 1967, she was named the LPGA's Most Improved Player. In 2020, she was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame

Professional wins (13) LPGA Tour wins (11) LegendLPGA Tour major championships (4)Other LPGA Tour (7)

LPGA Tour playoff record (1–1)

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Other wins (2) 1975 Lady Keystone Open 1997 Sprint Senior Challenge

Major championships Wins (4) YearChampionshipWinning scoreMarginRunner(s)-up 1965 Women's Western Open −2 (73-72-76-69=290) 3 strokes Marlene Hagge 1968 U.S. Women's Open +5 (69-73-76-71=289) 3 strokes Mickey Wright 1972 U.S. Women's Open +11 (79-73-76-71=299) 1 stroke Kathy Ahern, Pam Barnett, Judy Rankin 1973 U.S. Women's Open +2 (72-77-69-72=290) 5 strokes Gloria Ehret, Shelley Hamlin Source: