AIG Women's Open: The Ultimate Guide to the Most International Major in Women's Golf

Overview

The AIG Women's Open is the most international major in women's golf. It is held at different venues in the United Kingdom and is one of the most prestigious events on the LPGA Tour.

History

The AIG Women's Open was first played in 1976 as the Women's British Open. It was renamed the AIG Women's Open in 2018.

The tournament has been won by some of the greatest players in women's golf, including Annika Sorenstam, Lorena Ochoa, and Yani Tseng.

Format

The AIG Women's Open is a 72-hole stroke play tournament. The field is made up of 144 professional golfers.

The tournament is played over four days, with 18 holes being played each day.

Venue

The AIG Women's Open is held at different venues in the United Kingdom.

Some of the most famous venues to have hosted the tournament include Royal Lytham & St Annes, Royal Birkdale, and Turnberry.

Prize Money

The AIG Women's Open has a total prize pool of $6.8 million.

The winner of the tournament receives $1 million.

Past Winners

• 2023: Ashleigh Buhai
• 2022: Anna Nordqvist
• 2021: Anna Nordqvist
• 2020: Sophia Popov
• 2019: Hinako Shibuno

How to Watch

The AIG Women's Open is broadcast live on television and online.

In the United States, the tournament is broadcast on NBC and Golf Channel.

In the United Kingdom, the tournament is broadcast on Sky Sports.