The 80th U.S. Women’s Open, the oldest major championship in women’s golf, returns from May 29 to June 1, 2025, at Erin Hills Golf Course in Erin, Wisconsin. This marks the first time Erin Hills is hosting the U.S. Women’s Open, adding a fresh challenge to the LPGA Tour’s second major of the season.
Tournament Overview
Event: 2025 U.S. Women’s Open
Dates: May 29 – June 1, 2025
Location: Erin Hills Golf Course, Erin, Wisconsin
Course: Par 72, 6,829 yards
Defending Champion: Yuka Saso (2024, 2021)
Prize Purse: $12 million ($2.4 million to winner)
Race to CME Globe Points: 650
Field & Top Contenders
The 2025 U.S. Women’s Open features a star-studded lineup, including eight past champions and the world’s top-ranked golfers:
Nelly Korda (World No. 1) – Seeking her first U.S. Women’s Open title.
Jeeno Thitikul (World No. 2) – Winner of the Americas Open earlier this month.
Lydia Ko – A victory would complete her career Grand Slam.
Minjee Lee – 2022 U.S. Women’s Open champion.
Hae Ran Ryu – A rising star with strong recent performances.
Ruoning Yin – Looking to secure her first major championship.
Course Breakdown – Erin Hills Golf Course
Erin Hills is one of the most challenging venues on the LPGA Tour, known for its undulating fairways, glacier-formed greens, and unpredictable winds.
Fairways & Rough: Wide fairways but deep bunkers and thick rough demand precision.
Greens: Fast, firm bentgrass greens require elite putting skills.
Signature Holes:
Hole 3 (Par 4): The toughest green to hit, demanding accuracy.
Hole 9 (Par 3): A postage stamp-style green, well-guarded by bunkers.
Hole 18 (Par 4): A challenging finishing hole, testing nerves under pressure.
Betting Odds & Predictions
Jeeno Thitikul (+900) – Tournament favorite, coming off a recent win.
Nelly Korda (+1400) – World No. 1, looking for her third major title.
Hae Ran Ryu (+1400) – Strong contender with consistent performances.
Jin Young Ko (+2000) – A proven major winner with elite ball-striking ability.
Lydia Ko (+2200) – Could complete her career Grand Slam with a win.
How to Watch & Tee Times
TV Broadcast: Golf Channel, USA Network, NBC
Streaming: Peacock, NBC Sports App
First Tee Time: Thursday, May 29, at 7:45 AM ET.
