Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda, Haeran Ryu, Brooke Henderson, Lauren Coughlin and More Compete in 2025 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions
32 of the LPGA's best will compete alongside an impressive line-up of celebrities to kick off LPGA Tour season
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV), the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, announces the lineup of LPGA players set to compete in the 2025 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. As one of golf's most unique events, the tournament invites LPGA Tour winners from the previous two seasons to compete alongside a star-studded lineup of athletes, entertainers and musicians in the official kickoff of the 2025 LPGA season.
The reigning HGV Tournament of Champions winner, LPGA Hall of Famer, Olympic gold medalist and 2025 HGV Brand Ambassador Lydia Ko, will return to defend her title – and compete for $2 million in official prize money. She will face fellow LPGA Tour athletes, including Olympic gold medalist Nelly Korda, LPGA champion Brooke Henderson and 2023 LPGA Louise Suggs Rolex Rookie of the Year Haeran Ryu.
Approximately 50 of the biggest names in sports, entertainment and music will join LPGA Tour players to compete in one of golf's most popular televised events. NBC's Dylan Dreyer, award-winning actor Don Cheadle, NBA All-Star Blake Griffin and Pro Football Hall of Famer Charles Woodson are just a few of the stars in the celebrity lineup, vying for a $500,000 purse using a modified Stableford format.
"We're thrilled to host another year of the HGV Tournament of Champions at the prestigious Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in our hometown of Orlando," said Mark Wang, CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations. "This event, made possible through our strong partnership with the LPGA, continues to be a highlight of the golf calendar, bringing together top LPGA champions and celebrities in a celebration of excellence. Together, we're committed to elevating the sport of women's golf and delivering unforgettable experiences both on and off the course, showcasing the incredible talent and camaraderie that make this LPGA season opener so unique."
"It is great to kick off the 75th anniversary of the LPGA Tour at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions," said Ricki Lasky, LPGA's chief tour business and operations officer. "The season-opening event always allows us to showcase the world-class talent we have on Tour and we are grateful for our partnership with Hilton Grand Vacations for making this a staple on our schedule."
The current confirmed list of esteemed LPGA Tour players expected to compete in the upcoming 2025 HGV Tournament of Champions includes:
- Pajaree Anannarukarn (Thailand)
- Celine Boutier (France)
- Ashleigh Buhai (South Africa)
- Allisen Corpuz (USA)
- Lauren Coughlin (USA)
- Ayaka Furue (Japan)
- Linn Grant (Sweden)
- Hannah Green (Australia)
- Brooke Henderson (Canada)
- Moriya Jutanugarn (Thailand)
- Megan Khang (USA)
- A Lim Kim (Republic of Korea)
- Hyo Joo Kim (Republic of Korea)
- Cheyenne Knight (USA)
- Jin Young Ko (Republic of Korea)
- Lydia Ko (New Zealand)
- Nelly Korda (USA)
- Minjee Lee (Australia)
- Leona Maguire (Ireland)
- Alexa Pano (USA)
- Haeran Ryu (Republic of Korea)
- Yuka Saso (Japan)
- Linnea Strom (Sweden)
- Jasmine Suwannapura (Thailand)
- Elizabeth Szokol (USA)
- Rio Takeda (Japan)
- Bailey Tardy (USA)
- Patty Tavatanakit (Thailand)
- Chanettee Wannasaen (Thailand)
- Amy Yang (Republic of Korea)
- Angel Yin (USA)
- Rose Zhang (USA)
The four-day tournament, held from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, will take place at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club's championship course in Orlando and will air nationally on NBC, Peacock and Golf Channel. Beyond the competition on the course, HGV is hosting an exclusive three-night private concert series featuring a diverse lineup of music icons, including Luke Bryan, Chicago and 3 Doors Down.
To learn more about the tournament and inquire about sponsorship opportunities that provide exclusive access, visit www.HGVLPGA.com.
About Hilton Grand Vacations Inc.
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) is recognized as a leading global timeshare company and is the exclusive vacation ownership partner of Hilton. With headquarters in Orlando, Florida, Hilton Grand Vacations develops, markets, and operates a system of brand-name, high-quality vacation ownership resorts in select vacation destinations. Hilton Grand Vacations has a reputation for delivering a consistently exceptional standard of service, and unforgettable vacation experiences for guests and approximately 720,000 Club Members. Membership with the Company provides best-in-class programs, exclusive services and maximum flexibility for our Members around the world.
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About the LPGA
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world's premier women's professional golf organization. Created in 1950 by 13 pioneering female Founders, the LPGA, whose members now represent more than 60 countries, is the longest-standing professional women's sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, the LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides female professionals the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the game of golf at the highest level. In addition to its professional tours and teaching accreditation programs, the LPGA features a fully integrated Foundation, which provides best-in-class programming for female golfers through its junior golf programming, and its LPGA Amateurs division, which offers its members playing and learning opportunities around the world. LPGA aims to use its unique platform to inspire, transform and advance opportunities for girls and women, on and off the golf course.
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About the LPGA Tour
The LPGA Tour is the world's leading competitive destination for the best female professional golfers in the world. The Tour hosts more than 30 annual events across 11 countries for over 200 Active Players, awarding total prize funds exceeding $131 million and reaching television audiences in more than 220 countries. Follow the LPGA Tour on its U.S. television home, Golf Channel.
About Lake Nona Golf & Country Club
Recognized as one of the world's top private golf club communities, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club sits at the heart of Lake Nona, one of the fastest growing and innovative master-planned communities in America that is establishing a new standard of living for its residents with groundbreaking initiatives around technology, mobility, and wellbeing. For more than 35 years, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club has delivered exceptional Central Florida living, combining natural splendor with a dynamic lifestyle amidst a sanctuary of luxury estate homes. The unique opportunity to live and play at Lake Nona is enhanced by a wealth of amenities, including a Tom Fazio-designed, championship golf course, a fully equipped golf performance center, a 40,000-square-foot Clubhouse, an array of sports and recreational facilities and services, and a trio of waterways. Guided by a continual pursuit of excellence, highlighted by exceptional family experiences and outstanding service, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club will continue to set the benchmark for lifestyle-driven club communities for years to come.
For more information, visit: www.lakenona.club.
About Lake Nona
Planned and developed by the Tavistock Development Company, Lake Nona is one of the fastest growing and most innovative communities in America. Located in Orlando, Florida, the 17-square-mile community has established a new standard of living for its residents with groundbreaking initiatives around technology, mobility, and wellbeing. Lake Nona is located contiguous to Orlando International Airport in the most visited destination in the U.S. The smart and connected community's advanced infrastructure and commitment to collaboration has drawn visionary companies and entrepreneurs from across the globe to join its living lab environment accelerating economic growth and opportunity across health and life sciences, education, hospitality, and sports and performance. Lake Nona's attractive business ecosystem is enhanced by a thriving cultural landscape defined by iconic architecture and engaging public art installations, miles of trails and walkable green spaces, weekly signature events, shopping, dining and entertainment options set amongst Central Florida's beautiful natural landscape and year-round sunshine.
For more information, visit www.lakenona.com.
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