The launch of DataGolf's women's ranking system offers a clearer perspective on female golfers, providing fans with an in-depth look at their performances and standings.
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand targets her first major title at the LPGA Chevron Championship, while Australia’s Hannah Green rides a hot streak into the event.
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul looks to secure her first major victory at the LPGA Chevron Championship, facing strong competitors like Hannah Green and Nelly Korda.
World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul heads into the Chevron Championship seeking to overcome the challenges of winning her first major, reflecting on past near-misses throughout her career.
Lauren Coughlin captured the Aramco Championship at Shadow Creek Golf Course, defeating all 20 players from the ROLEX Women's World Golf Rankings in a historic field. The victory showcased Coughlin's confidence in competing against the world's best players, as she expressed her belief that she belongs among golf's elite.
Korean golfer Kim Min-sol made a dramatic 30-spot jump to world No. 43 after capturing her third KLPGA Tour victory at the iM Financial Open. The 18-year-old rookie became the youngest player in the world's top 50 with her commanding 11-under-par performance.
In the latest Rolex Women's World Golf Rankings, Jeeno Thitikul retains her position at the top, while Miyu Yamashita moves up one spot into fifth place.
Lauren Coughlin rebounded from early season struggles to win the 2026 Aramco Championship at Shadow Creek by five shots. The victory earned her $600,000 and marked her third LPGA title, coming after she finished runner-up at the same venue in 2025.
The LPGA's Aramco Championship at Shadow Creek features a $4 million purse with world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul and defending champion Nelly Korda headlining the field. All top 20 players globally are competing for the $600,000 winner's check in Las Vegas.
Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul continues her dominant reign atop the Rolex Women's World Golf Rankings through Week 14 of 2026. South Korea's Hyojoo Kim moved up one spot to third place following her recent victory, while England's Lottie Woad cracked the top 10.
Lydia Ko fired a career-best 60 to take a one-shot lead at the Ford Championship, highlighting her resurgence on tour. The narrow advantage sets up a dramatic final round amid a season marked by fierce LPGA competition.
The financial divide between men's and women's golf reached new extremes in 2025, with LPGA leader Jeeno Thitikul's $7.5M earnings trailing PGA counterparts. While the LPGA has boosted purses, top women still earn just fractions of PGA Tour players' winnings.