Maria Verchenova is among the first wave of Russian golfers to make an impact on the world's major tours. Maria made it through Ladies European Tour qualifying in 2006, joining the LET for the 2007 season.

She only made 4 of 12 cuts in her rookie season, but did complete one top 10 that year.

In 2008, Maria cashed in all but one "regular" tour event she's played so far, and also qualified for her first major, the Women's British Open. She finished fifth at the Ladies Tenerife Open.

Before turning pro, Verchenova was the Russian amateur champ in 2004 and 2006, and also won the amateur championships of Austria, Latvia and Slovenia.

Chances are that Maria has a successful career ahead and if she fails at Golf, well you never know she might make it as a model!

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