Golf - Stenson backing Wentworth winner Noren for major glory


  • Golf
  • Monday, 29 May 2017

Britain Golf - BMW PGA Championship - Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Surrey, England - 28/5/17 Sweden's Henrik Stenson in action during the final round Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Boyers Livepic

VIRGINIA WATER, England (Reuters) - British Open title holder Henrik Stenson believes new BMW PGA Championship winner Alexander Noren has all the credentials to become the second Swede to triumph in a men's major.

Stenson, who achieved his first victory in a 'Big Four' tournament when he edged out American Phil Mickelson in a thrilling duel at Royal Troon last July, said his compatriot's extraordinary triumph at Wentworth on Sunday was fully deserved.

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