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The 2024 Annika driven by Gainbridge was one of the biggest events of the season. But it wasn’t Nelly Korda [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/nelly-korda/]‘s win that was the most talked-about event of the tournament. WNBA star Caitlin Clark stole the spotlight after her appearance in the Pro-Am on Wednesday drew a huge crowd at the Pelican Golf Club and high TV ratings as well. Among the fans on the course were adults and children alike, who were in awe of her influence in women’s sport. But that made the fan interaction area quite chaotic. However, this time around, the LPGA Tour has planned ahead to ensure that doesn’t happen again. As Golfweek reporter, Beth Ann Nichols tweeted, “New autograph alley this year on 18 for kids only. Last year the crush of fans around the last green trying to get to Caitlin Clark had too many adults. The arch is low to the ground so adults will get the hint.” Nichols confirmed that Clark’s younger fans will have a special access area to get her autographs. With a short barrier, they won’t have any trouble reaching for their favorite basketball star when trying to get her attention. Hopefully, the adults will also get the hint that the section is only meant for kids. 

After the chaotic situation in 2024, the LPGA Tour takes critical decision to ensure Caitlin Clark's presence doesn't cause problems again.

Molin Sheth is a senior Golf writer at EssentiallySports and a key member of the ES Golf Trends Desk. He brings strong editorial judgment and a data-driven approach to uncovering the game’s overlooked angles, delivering insightful play-by-play reporting across golf’s four major championships. As part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, an in-house initiative that mentors and develops writers through expert guidance and rigorous training, Molin works closely with industry-leading mentors to bring clarity and depth to a sport where precision matters and every shot tells a story.  

Molin comes from a diverse professional background that enriches his coverage. With extensive experience in digital marketing, content management, and quality assurance, he excels at optimizing processes and enhancing user experiences, skills that translate into delivering well-researched, engaging content efficiently.  

His roles in customer support, technical troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration have honed his problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. This comprehensive skill set allows Molin to approach golf reporting with a unique blend of creativity, analytical rigor, and operational excellence, ensuring his work resonates with both casual fans and serious golf enthusiasts.

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Molin Sheth is a senior Golf writer at EssentiallySports and a key member of the ES Golf Trends Desk. He brings strong editorial judgment and a data-driven approach to uncovering the game’s overlooked angles, delivering insightful play-by-play reporting across golf’s four major championships. As part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, an in-house initiative that mentors and develops writers through expert guidance and rigorous training, Molin works closely with industry-leading mentors to bring clarity and depth to a sport where precision matters and every shot tells a story. Molin comes from a diverse professional background that enriches his coverage. With extensive experience in digital marketing, content management, and quality assurance, he excels at optimizing processes and enhancing user experiences, skills that translate into delivering well-researched, engaging content efficiently. His roles in customer support, technical troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration have honed his problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. This comprehensive skill set allows Molin to approach golf reporting with a unique blend of creativity, analytical rigor, and operational excellence, ensuring his work resonates with both casual fans and serious golf enthusiasts.