Bonnie Lauer (born February 20, 1951) is an American professional golfer. She is currently retired from the LPGA Tour.
Early life and amateur career Lauer was born in 1951. In 1973, Lauer graduated cum laude from Michigan State University. She won the national individual intercollegiate golf championship her senior year.
Professional career Lauer turned professional in 1975. She won the LPGA Rookie of the Year award in 1976.
Lauer had individual victories in both 1977 and 1985. She had her best finish in a major championship at the 1981 U.S. Women's Open where she finished T-4 after being tied for the lead after 36 holes.Lauer ties Whitworth, course record
Lauer was the President of the LPGA in 1988.
Awards and honors In 1976, she won the LPGA Rookie of the Year award.
Professional wins LPGA Tour wins (2) No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin ofvictoryRunner-up1Aug 28, 1977Patty Berg Classic–7 (70-75-67=212)2 strokes Laura Baugh2Mar 10, 1985Uniden LPGA Invitational–11 (70-71-68-68=277)5 strokes Alice Miller
LPGA Tour playoff record (0–1) No.YearTournamentOpponentsResult11976Girl Talk Classic Pat Bradley Sandra Post Judy RankinBradley won with par on second extra holeLauer and Post eliminated by birdie on first hole
Team appearances Amateur Curtis Cup (representing the United States): 1974 (winners)
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