LPGA Begins Fall Asian Swing with Buick LPGA Shanghai
The LPGA Tour has launched its much-anticipated fall Asian Swing, commencing with the Buick LPGA Shanghai. This year’s event is particularly notable as it takes place at the new venue, Sheshan Golf Club, which has previously hosted the prestigious WGC-HSBC Champions on 14 occasions.
Defending Champion and Top Players
Jeeno Thitikul, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, enters the tournament as the defending champion. She is joined by an impressive lineup, with Miyu Yamashita (ranked 5), Ruoning Yin (6), and Sei Young Kim (9) all in the top 10. In total, 11 out of the top 25 players globally have made the journey to Shanghai for this event.
Field and Prize Money
This year’s competition features a field of 81 players, including 15 representatives from the China Golf Association. The prize pool for the Buick LPGA Shanghai is set at $3.2 million, with the champion receiving $480,000.
Prize Breakdown
The distribution of the prize money is as follows:
- Winner: $480,000
- 2nd Place: $312,156
- 3rd Place: $226,447
- 4th Place: $175,175
- 5th Place: $140,996
- 6th Place: $115,359
- 7th Place: $96,561
- 8th Place: $84,599
- 9th Place: $76,053
- 10th Place: $69,216
- … (remaining positions abbreviated for brevity)
- 81st Place: $5,939
Upcoming Events
Following the tournament in Shanghai, the LPGA Tour will continue its Asian tour with events in Korea, Malaysia, and Japan, before returning to Florida in mid-November for the final two events of the season.
Stay Updated
For updates and results at the conclusion of play, be sure to check back here on Sunday.
