LPGA's 75th Anniversary Year Sets Record with $131M Prize Purse in 2025
The LPGA has announced its 2025 tournament schedule featuring a record-breaking $131 million total prize fund across 35 events, marking a significant milestone in the organization's 75th anniversary year. This represents a substantial $61 million increase from 2021's purse sizes.
Key Schedule Highlights:
- Season opener: Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions (Jan. 30-Feb. 2)
- Two multi-event Asian swings (February-March and October-November)
- European swing (July-August)
- Coverage in 11 countries and 14 states
Notable New Events:
- Black Desert Championship in Utah (May)
- Return to Mexico with Riviera Maya Open (First since 2017)
- International Crown team event in Korea (October)
Enhanced Player Benefits:
- 24 events offering travel stipends
- Free accommodations
- Guaranteed minimum payouts
- Private charters for Black Desert Championship participants
Broadcasting Coverage:
- Golf Channel remains primary broadcaster
- NBC will air 7+ events
- CBS will broadcast 4 events
- ESPN+ streaming for 3 events
The season includes five major championships with significant purses:
- The Chevron Championship ($7.90M)
- U.S. Women's Open ($12M)
- KPMG Women's PGA Championship ($10.4M)
- Amundi Evian Championship ($8M)
- AIG Women's Open ($9.5M)
The season concludes with the CME Group Tour Championship featuring a $4 million winner's check - the largest single prize in women's golf history.
[Detailed tournament schedule with dates, locations, and purse sizes follows in original format]
[Complete tournament schedule listing maintained as in original]