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Suzann Pettersen apologizes for part in Solheim Cup controversy

Suzann Pettersen showed a change of heart Monday morning, apologizing for her actions at the 2015 Solheim Cup that sparked a controversy and may have fueled a historic U.S. comeback victory.

The 34-year-old Norwegian was the key figure in an event during four-balls Sunday morning that left players from both sides in tears and many professional golfers critical of what was seen as an act of poor sportsmanship. Pettersen and European teammate Charley Hull walked away while American Alison Lee was left with an 18-inch putt to halve the hole at Golf Club St.