One of the most decorated Latin American golfers in history, former LPGA world No. 1 Lorena Ochoa has arrived in the Dominican Republic for a multi-faceted visit that puts a spotlight on the Caribbean nation’s fast-growing sports tourism sector. Mexican golf icon Ochoa, whose career achievements have made her a global model for athletic excellence and entrepreneurial drive, is scheduled to take on one of the country’s most iconic courses during her trip: the legendary Teeth of the Dog at Casa de Campo, located in the eastern province of La Romana, alongside a lineup of industry and community engagement events.
David Collado, the Dominican Republic’s Minister of Tourism, has publicly praised Ochoa’s visit, framing the golf legend as a shining example of raw talent, relentless dedication, unwavering perseverance, and innovative entrepreneurship. During her stay, Ochoa delivered a highly anticipated keynote address titled “The Winning Mindset” to a cross-section of attendees, including local entrepreneurs, senior business leaders, golf course operators, and leading representatives from the country’s sports sector. She also extended public gratitude to Collado and national authorities for the warm hospitality extended to her throughout the trip.
For the Dominican tourism sector, Collado emphasized that Ochoa’s high-profile presence does more than draw international attention to the country’s world-class golf offerings: it also spotlights the steady growth of sports tourism as a core pillar of the Dominican economy, while elevating the inspiring personal values that have defined Ochoa’s trailblazing career.
Ochoa’s standing in golf history is unmatched among Latin American female athletes. She held the world No. 1 ranking in women’s golf for an incredible 158 consecutive weeks, claimed 37 official LPGA Tour titles over her career, and made history in 2007 as the first female golfer to surpass $3 million in annual prize earnings.