Joanna Klatten
Joanna Klatten is a French professional golfer who has competed on the Ladies European Tour and the LPGA Tour, where she finished the 2015 season leading the field in average driving distance. Here is her career history, her list of achievements, and her video lesson on driving power, presented in French on Best Golf Tips.
Who is Joanna Klatten?
Joanna Klatten, a French national, played college golf in the United States at Georgia State University and then at the College of Charleston. She has been a professional since late 2010, joined the Ladies European Tour in 2011, and has been a member of PGA France since February 4, 2011.
She is best known for her power: on the LPGA Tour, she was the longest hitter of the 2015 season.
Joanna Klatten's Career
2013: A Standout Season on the Ladies European Tour
In 2013, Joanna competed on the Ladies European Tour, where she made a name for herself with three top-10 finishes, including a third-place finish at the Spanish Open, and finished 13th in the European rankings. She tied for 29th place at the LPGA Tour qualifying tournament.
2014, the LPGA Tour Map
In 2014, Joanna had a season marked by several strong performances, which earned her a full card on the LPGA Tour. That same year, she also won the New South Wales Open on the Australian Ladies Professional Golf Tour (ALPG), following her victory at the Victoria Open in 2012.
2015, the longest hitter on the LPGA Tour
In just two years on the LPGA Tour, Joanna has established herself as the longest hitter, with drives averaging around 274.42 yards. On November 18, 2015, she received the Kia Power Drive Award, which recognizes the highest average driving distance of the season.
Joanna Klatten's List of Achievements
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Victory at the Victoria Open (ALPG Australian Tour) |
| 2013 | 3rd place at the Spanish Open, three top-10 finishes, and 13th in the Ladies European Tour standings |
| 2013 | Tied for 29th in the LPGA Tour qualifiers |
| 2014 | Victory at the New South Wales Open (ALPG) |
| 2015 | Kia Power Drive on the LPGA Tour: Best average drive distance (274.42 yards) |
Joanna Klatten's Lessons on Best Golf Tips
- Driving and Power (Driving, Speed, Power, and Distance): Improving Power and Speed at the Driving Range.
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FAQ About Joanna Klatten
Who is Joanna Klatten?
Joanna Klatten is a French professional golfer who has competed on the Ladies European Tour and the LPGA Tour, and has been a member of PGA France since 2011.
On which circuits has Joanna Klatten played?
She has competed on the Ladies European Tour since 2011, on the LPGA Tour since 2014, and on the Australian ALPG Tour, where she has won several tournaments.
What is Joanna Klatten's track record?
In particular, she finished third at the 2013 Spanish Open, won the 2012 Victoria Open and the 2014 New South Wales Open, and received the LPGA Tour’s Kia Power Drive award in 2015.
What was Joanna Klatten's driving distance?
In 2015, she led the LPGA Tour in average drive distance with 274.42 yards.
What lesson by Joanna Klatten can be found on Best Golf Tips?
The video "Improving Power and Speed at the Driving Range," categorized under the topics "Driving" and "Speed, Power, and Distance.".
