KLPGA and LPGA Reach Agreement on Domestic Player Participation
15 Spots This Year, Expanded to 30 from Next Year
Players from the Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) Tour will compete in the BMW Ladies Championship on the U.S. Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour.
The KLPGA and LPGA announced in a joint statement on July 22 that they have agreed to grant entry to 15 KLPGA Tour players this year, and to 30 players in 2027, for the BMW Ladies Championship held in Korea. The tournament, scheduled to take place from October 22 for four days in Haenam, Jeollanam-do this year, will include 68 LPGA players, 15 KLPGA players, and 1 invited player.
KLPGA Chairman Sangyeol Kim is signing a memorandum of understanding with the LPGA. Provided by KLPGA
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In 2027, the tournament will expand to 108 participants, including 74 LPGA players, 30 KLPGA players, and 4 invited players. From then on, a cut system will be implemented. By increasing the field size, the competition is expected to become fiercer, and the level of play even higher.
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BMW Group Korea played a major role in making this agreement possible. Beyond being the title sponsor, the company mediated close cooperation and coordination, enabling the KLPGA Tour and LPGA Tour to reach a constructive agreement. The KLPGA and LPGA also agreed to continue working together through close communication for the successful hosting of the BMW Championship and the advancement of women’s golf.
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