A world-class field heads to Arizona for the inaugural event, where the largest purse of the LPGA Tour season so far is available
Embarking on the vibrant greens of the Seville Golf and Country Club in Arizona, the golfing world turns its eager gaze to the inaugural Ford Championship, a gleaming addition to the illustrious LPGA Tour. As golf enthusiasts revel in the aftermath of the thrilling Fir Hills Seri Pak Championship, which crowned Nelly Korda with her 10th monumental LPGA Tour victory and a handsome $300,000 prize from a robust $2 million purse, the anticipation for this week’s competition couldn’t be higher.
With an impressive purse of $2.25 million, aligning with the prestigious men’s Hero Indian Open on the DP World Tour, the Ford Championship sets a new pinnacle for this season’s LPGA Tour earnings, surpassing the Blue Bay LPGA by $50,000. This week’s champion is poised to etch her name in golfing history with a prize of $337,500, alongside the runner-up’s noteworthy $212,232, intertwining financial success with prestige as they also amass 500 Race To CME Globe points and enhance their standing in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings.
Crème de la crème of the world’s top five players.
The Ford Championship promises an unparalleled spectacle, showcasing a constellation of golfing stars, including the crème de la crème of the world’s top five players. Nelly Korda, fresh from her triumphant ascent to World No.1 at the Fir Hills Seri Pak Championship, is set to defend her throne against the elite quartet of Lilia Vu, Celine Boutier, Ruoning Yin, and Minjee Lee.
This stellar lineup is further enriched by the aspirations of Lydia Ko, who is on the brink of LPGA Tour Hall of Fame glory, and Bailey Tardy, the celebrated Blue Bay LPGA champion. The event also features luminaries like Sarah Schmelzel, the HSBC Women’s World Championship victor, and Patty Tavatanakit, the esteemed Honda LPGA Thailand winner, among the field of 33 Major champions who collectively boast 49 Major titles.
As the Ford Championship unfolds, it not only celebrates the grandeur of golf but also heralds a week where strategy, skill, and spirit converge on the fairways and greens of Arizona. This beacon of golfing excellence not only offers a substantial reward but underscores the relentless pursuit of greatness that defines the LPGA Tour. Golf aficionados and participants alike are set for an unforgettable experience, where each stroke tells a story of ambition, precision, and the undying love for the game of golf.
