The LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association) is all set to return this year with its 2023 season, and the LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship is one of the most eagerly awaited events on the calendar. Since its establishment in 1950, the tour has been a top-notch women’s golf circuit. This article will delve into the schedule, prize money, venue, players, and other details of this thrilling tournament.
Everything About LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship
Let’s go into detail about the event:
Schedule
The LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship is scheduled to happen from May 4th to May 7th. The tournament will last for four days, with the first two days (May 4th and May 5th) being the first and second rounds, respectively. The third and fourth rounds will be played on May 6th and May 7th, respectively. Each day, the tournament will start at 7:00 AM local time, and players will tee off in groups of three.
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Venue
The Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, California, will host the tournament. Since 2018, the course has been a popular venue for LPGA events among players. The course is famous for its narrow fairways and small greens, which will challenge the players. The course measures 6,450 yards and has a par-71. It features several doglegs and elevation changes that add to the challenge.
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Players
The LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship will showcase some of the world’s best female golfers. The tournament will have players from the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Notable players such as Nelly Korda, Jin Young Ko, Brooke Henderson, and Danielle Kang will be competing in the tournament. These players have been in excellent form recently and are expected to be the ones to watch out for during the tournament.
Prize Purse
The LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship offers a total prize purse of $1.5 million, which is a step up from the previous year’s $1.4 million purse. The champion of the tournament will receive a winner’s share of $225,000, which is a notable increase from last year’s $210,000. The second-place finisher will receive $137,500, and the third-place finisher will receive $100,000. The remaining prize money will be divided among the other players who qualify for the cut.
The competition is noteworthy for players due to the points they earn towards the LPGA’s Race to the CME Globe. The LPGA’s Race to the CME Globe is a points-based competition that spans the entire season and concludes with the CME Group Tour Championship. The golfer who amasses the most points throughout the season is awarded a $1.5 million bonus, which is the most significant payout in women’s golf.
The LPGA 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship is set to be a thrilling event for golf enthusiasts worldwide. With some of the top female golfers competing against each other, the tournament is sure to offer an exciting spectacle. The competition’s $1.5 million prize purse and the points awarded towards the LPGA’s Race to the CME Globe make it a significant event for players as well. Fans of golf can watch all the action live on CNBC Golf.
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