Intro:

Michelle Wie, the 2014 US Women's Open champion, reflected on her triumph and looked ahead to defending her title at the Lancaster Country Club in Pennsylvania.

Script:

SOUNDBITE (English) Michelle Wie:

"A lot happened. A rollercoaster of emotions, I think. It was just kind of... it was pretty exciting, I think. I think the proudest I've ever felt of myself, about controlling my emotions and just staying positive was hole No. 16. I know that a lot of people talk about hole No. 17 when I birdied, but I think the moment I was most proud of was when I made that double bogey putt on 16. That for me was the moment that I felt like I was the most in control that I've ever been. It was a lot of fun. It definitely was amazing. The amazing feeling that I felt on 18 was incredible and I feel extremely honoured to be in this position and to be introduced that way, as the defending champion. It's a truly honour.

"It's great being called that. It doesn't get old. It's pretty amazing. I think the first couple of months it really didn't sink in. It didn't really feel like reality. It still felt like a dream. It's slowly starting to sink in, I think. Seeing my trophy, getting the ring has definitely been inspiring, it's definitely been a huge motivation for me moving forward. But it's been fun. It's been a fun journey."