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Thompson tops U.S. Solheim Cup captain’s picks

Thompson tops U.S. Solheim Cup captain’s picks

U.S. Solheim Cup captain Stacy Lewis added experience and firepower to the Stars and Stripes team, selecting seven-time LPGA Tour winner Lexi Thompson as one of her six captain’s picks. Thompson is coming off a spirited finish at the U.S. Women’s Open, where she overcame a six-stroke deficit in the final round to force a playoff. She is teamed up with Lizette Salas, adding depth to the U.S. squad. Joining Thompson and Salas are Danielle Kang, Mina Harigae, Jennifer Kupcho, Brittany Altomare, and Ally Ewing. Stacy Lewis seeks to reclaim the crown in a cup she lost badly two years ago in Scotland.

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2024 AIG Women’s Open: How to watch, TV schedule, streaming, tee times

2024 AIG Women’s Open: How to watch, TV schedule, streaming, tee times

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

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Lindley captures U.S. Senior Women’s Open

Lindley captures U.S. Senior Women’s Open

Lindley Captures U.S. Senior Women’s Open

Melissa Lindley has captured the 2023 U.S. Senior Women’s Open, securing her first major championship title.

On the final day of the tournament held at The Old Course at Stonebrae in Hayward, California, Lindley played a near-flawless round of 68 to close out the victorious week.

With her stellar performance, Lindley, 51, secured a three-shot victory over her closest competitor and earned the prestigious championship.

Lindley’s victory marks a significant achievement in her golfing career.

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At the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, women’s golf is elevated in tangible ways

At the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, women’s golf is elevated in tangible ways

At the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, Women’s Golf is Elevated in Tangible Ways

This year’s KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, held at Atlanta Athletic Club, witnessed a groundbreaking celebration of women’s golf. The tournament not only showcased the exceptional skills of the world’s top female golfers but also highlighted the strides made to elevate their status and recognition.

The championship introduced a redesigned trophy, the “Patty Berg Legacy Award,” honoring the legendary golfer who was instrumental in the formation of the LPGA. Additionally, the prize pool was significantly increased by 33%, offering greater financial rewards to the participants.

NBC’s extensive coverage of the tournament, including primetime slots on the weekend, demonstrates the growing visibility and respect accorded to women’s golf. This milestone event sends a powerful message, inspiring young athletes and promoting greater equality in the sport.

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