Michelle Wie playing against the men again

The Women's British Open commences this week and yet Michelle Wie has once again chosen to play against the men - a tournament in Reno. There is much speculation as to why Michelle continues to test herself in this way - is it for her sponsors? is it bad advice from her management? is it Michelle's own decision? Perhaps the focus is on a long-term plan developing Michelle's game against tough competition for future success on the LPGA tour?
But could Michelle get this same development competing against the women? This week's British Open would have given Michelle a final chance to play against golf legend Annika Sorenstam, who is reported to be retiring after this event.
18 years old and with a long golf future ahead, is it time for Michelle to start producing the goods that her potential has been screaming for. Is it enough to have the potential to be great? Michelle might be thinking she has the experience and maturity to make these decision and hopefully she will be able to look back in future years and know that she made the best ones for her own success. If anything, it is an opportunity for her to learn and grow in ways beyond her sport.