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The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, the year’s second major tournament, is all set to take place this time at the Baltusrol Golf Club in New Jersey. The 69th KPMG Women’s PGA Championship will feature 19 of the top 20 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings.
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Young golfers as well as those who haven’t played in a while will be seen competing in this tournament. The winner will receive $1.5 million of the $9 million prize pool for the game, that will take place from June 22 to June 25, 2023.
Which top players are playing in the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship?
One of the most prestigious events on the LPGA Tour is going to feature some of the biggest names in women’s golf. To confirm the same, on July 21, 2023, Golfweek shared the news on their Twitter handle:
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Five players to watch at the KPMG Women's PGA at Baltusrol and the numbers behind their success https://t.co/bU00cgNk24
— Golfweek (@golfweek) June 21, 2023
Although, the tournament will be featuring the best LPGA tour pros vying for the title, the five LPGA stars to watch out for include:
Rose Zhang
Rose Zhang is a young amateur golfer who has made waves in the golf industry recently. The 20-year-old made history by winning her debut LPGA Tour tournament, The Mizuho Americas Open, as a pro, by garnering amazing stroke numbers. She has thus become the top contender to win after her debut win.
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JERSEY CITY, NJ – MAY 30: Rose Zhang of the United States is interviewed prior to her professional debut at the LPGA, Golf Damen Mizuho America s Open at Liberty National Golf Course on May 30, 2023 in Jersey City, New Jersey. Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire GOLF: MAY 30 LPGA Mizuho America s Open EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon23053016386
Linn Grant
Linn Grant is a talented Swedish golfer who has been making a name for herself in the world of golf. The 2018 European Ladies Amateur Championship winner was away from sports due to her vaccination status until last month. Grant is now back to show her exceptional talent in the 69th KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
Leona Maguire
Young and brilliant Leona Maguire, recently won her second LPGA Tour championship at the 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic. The 28-year-old skilled player is ready to give her best attempt for the upcoming major in hopes to get a career defining win.
Jinn Young Ko
Ko, who is regarded as one of the top women golfers in the world, has won many championships. Her ability to strike the ball consistently and sink putts under pressure has led to her success on the golf course. Additionally, Ko is in the third position now for the greens in regulations.
Nelly Korda
The 2021 Australian Open champion and world number two, is now gearing up for a major return. Yes, Nelly Korda is going to compete again at the Women’s PGA Championship following a brief break after her back injury. Korda is a force to be reckoned with on any golf course. She is popular for her tremendous ball-striking and aggressive style of play.
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KAWAGOE, JAPAN – AUGUST 04: Nelly Korda of Team United States looks on from the 13th hole during the first round of the Women’s Individual Stroke Play on day twelve of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Kasumigaseki Country Club on August 04, 2021 in Kawagoe, Japan. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
But why was Nelly Korda away from Golf?
Nelly Korda was not playing the succeeding events due to her back injury right before Mizuho Americas Open. Due to the injury, she had to withdraw her name from that event to gain a speedy recovery. However, now that she is doing fine after four weeks, she is all set to rule the golf course.
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