Fitzpatrick finished with a record‑equalling 66 to claim the DP World Tour title, edging out his nearest rivals with a composed final round and sinking decisive birdies on the back nine to seal the win.
The WM Phoenix Open will add a permanent structure and sell dedicated tickets for the raucous 16th hole, a move designed to enhance the fan experience and tighten crowd control while preserving the event’s famously boisterous atmosphere
Stacy Lewis fires 64 to take early lead in NW Arkansas Championship
ST. LOUIS – Stacy Lewis fired a seven-under par 64 on Thursday to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the NW Arkansas Championship.
The American, a two-time major winner, birdied four of her first six holes and added three more coming home to seize the early advantage at Pinnacle Country Club.
South Korea’s Chun In-gee, the reigning Women’s PGA Championship winner, and American Ally Ewing were tied for second after carding six-under 65s.
World number one Ko Jin-young of South Korea, seeking her third LPGA title of the season, opened with a 66 to sit one shot off the pace.
Defending champion Hannah Green of Australia fired a 68, while former world number one Lydia Ko of New Zealand struggled to a 71.
The 2024 AIG Women’s Open kicks off Thursday, June 6th, at Walton Heath Golf Club in Surrey, England. The tournament, one of the five women’s major golf championships, will feature 144 of the world’s best female golfers competing for a share of the $6.8 million purse.
South Korea’s Ko Jin-young will be looking to defend her title, while other contenders include world No. 1 Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda, and Lexi Thompson.
Fans can watch the tournament live on NBC and Golf Channel. Live streaming will also be available on Peacock and the NBC Sports app.
Tee times for the first round are as follows:
6:30 AM ET: Ko Jin-young, Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda 7:20 AM ET: Lexi Thompson, Brooke Henderson, Minjee Lee 8:10 AM ET: Atthaya Thitikul, Inbee Park, Hyo Joo Kim 8:50 AM ET: Jennifer Kupcho, Danielle Kang, Yuka Saso