DOW GREAT LAKES BAY INVITATIONAL

July 22, 2023

Emma Talley

Midland Country Club

Quick Quotes

THE MODERATOR: Here with Emma Talley after her final round at the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational. Partner Jodi had to go catch a flight. First question I want to know is, how long did you dance after you made that chip-in on -- what hole was it -- the par-4?

EMMA TALLEY: I made it from the fairway. A 5-iron. Yeah, I danced for a long time. I think I made a bit of a fool out of myself, but Jodi played so good today.

I was struggling a bit, so I finally felt like I contributed to the day a little bit. It was a good feeling. I wish I could have gotten that last one. It was a good day overall.

THE MODERATOR: Also, the fans want to know how embarrassed Hot John ended up being at the end of today overall?

EMMA TALLEY: I think he was very embarrassed, but I took it a step further and tweeted at "The Bachelor," so you never know. Lawyer turned caddie turned on "The Bachelor" (laughing).

THE MODERATOR: Take me through that shot. Obviously one of the highlights of the day. What club were you using? How far?

EMMA TALLEY: He was 174 yards. I hit a 5-iron. It was perfect as soon as I hit it, and it had a little draw on it and hit and followed in, and it was great.

THE MODERATOR: It was great. How happy are you guys with your position at the end of the round? This is a fun tournament, and you guys looked like you had a lot of fun.

EMMA TALLEY: Yeah, we had a lot of fun. This was our third year. I'm hoping she'll play again next year. It's always a fun week.

I feel like we balance each other out really well, and she played great all week. Yeah, it was a great time, and hopefully you'll see us next year.

THE MODERATOR: Final putt hasn't dropped yet, but chance you get into the Evian field. Are you heading over to France anyway? Are you excited for the major, and how maybe did this week help shape your game if you do play in the major next week?

EMMA TALLEY: Exactly. It will be close if I get in next week. Hopefully I do. I really wanted to win obviously this week to kind of get my year worked out a little better, but it was good to get my game back in play.

So I am headed over there, so we'll see what happens. If Elizabeth wins, then I get in. If the other ones get in, I don't get in. So it's a bit crazy, but I love all four of them, and they're really great. I think they're all great.

THE MODERATOR: Thanks, Emma.