Haeran Ryu Chases a Third Straight Major at the AIG Women’s Open
Haeran Ryu will aim to win three consecutive tournaments at the AIG Women’s Open, the final major of the 2026 LPGA Tour season. The tournament will be held from July 29 through August 2 at Royal Lytham & St Annes in Lancashire, England.
This year’s AIG Women’s Open will mark the event’s 50th edition. The purse is $10 million, with the official four-round competition beginning Thursday, July 30.
Ryu Wins Back-to-Back Titles at the KPMG and Evian
According to the LPGA, Ryu won the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota, from June 25 through 28, finishing at 13 under par with a 275 total. She beat runner-up Ina Yoon by two strokes to claim the first major title of her career.
She followed that victory by winning the Amundi Evian Championship, held from July 9 through 12 in Évian-les-Bains, France. Ryu defeated Brooke Henderson in a playoff to become a winner of two consecutive majors.
The official AIG Women’s Open player profile notes that Ryu shot an 11-under 60 in the third round of the Evian Championship, becoming the first player in major championship history to card a 60. The 25-year-old, who made her LPGA Tour debut in 2023, has now won two majors in her career.
Can She Match Inbee Park‘s 2013 Feat?
If Ryu wins at Royal Lytham & St Annes, she will become the first player since Inbee Park in 2013 to win three consecutive majors. Park won the Kraft Nabisco Championship, the LPGA Championship and the U.S. Women’s Open in succession in 2013, sweeping the first three majors of the season.
Ryu’s bid, therefore, would not be an attempt to break Park’s record, but rather to match a feat that has not been repeated in 13 years. A victory would add another iconic chapter to the history of South Korean women’s golf in the majors.
The Variables at Royal Lytham & St Annes
Royal Lytham & St Annes, the tournament venue, is one of Britain’s most renowned links courses. According to official AIG Women’s Open materials, the course has hosted the tournament five times, including Georgia Hall’s victory in 2018.
The wind, deep rough around the fairways and strategically placed bunkers will demand accurate driving and precise iron play. Success will depend not only on length, but also on course management in changeable weather.
Ryu finished tied for 21st on her AIG Women’s Open debut in 2023 and tied for 23rd at Royal Porthcawl in 2025. This time, she will look to contend for the title with the confidence gained from her two recent major victories and her experience on links courses.
Key Storylines at the AIG Women’s Open
- Can she win three majors in a row? Ryu will be looking to add a third major title to her victories at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the Amundi Evian Championship.
- A historic opportunity for a South Korean player: A win would make her the first player since Inbee Park to capture three consecutive majors.
- The significance of the 50th edition: The 2026 AIG Women’s Open will serve as a celebration of the tournament’s 50th anniversary.
- Adapting to links golf: How consistently Ryu handles the wind and rough at Royal Lytham & St Annes could determine the outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When will Haeran Ryu attempt to win three straight majors?
Ryu will attempt to win three consecutive majors at the AIG Women’s Open, held from July 29 through August 2, 2026. The official first round begins July 30.
Where will the 2026 AIG Women’s Open be held?
It will be held at Royal Lytham & St Annes in Lancashire, England.
What is the purse for the 2026 AIG Women’s Open?
The total purse is $10 million.
Which majors has Haeran Ryu won recently?
She won the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the Amundi Evian Championship in succession.
When did Inbee Park win three consecutive majors?
In 2013, Park won the Kraft Nabisco Championship, the LPGA Championship and the U.S. Women’s Open consecutively.
