Sorenstam files for divorce

Annika Sorenstam, the No. 1 player in women's golf and one of the most famous female athletes in the world, has filed for divorce from David Esch, her husband of eight years.

"I want to confirm that I have filed for divorce," Sorenstam said in yesterday.

"We are working toward an amicable resolution and we appreciate the media's respect for our privacy. I wish David nothing but the best for the future."

The couple have been separated the last two months.

Esch was last seen at the Samsung World Championship in Palm Desert, California, in October, when Sorenstam shot 67 in the final round to win. But he was not at the season-ending ADT Championship, when Sorenstam was presented with her seventh LPGA player of the year award.