Seoul, Korea: Golf Saudi’s Aramco Korea Championship is ready to wow Korea’s adoring golfing public, bringing with it a revamped format, elevated prize fund, and a stacked field of the Ladies European Tour (LET) and LPGA players.

The return of the LET event from May 9-11 – previously known as the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF – will see the ultra-exclusive New Korea Country Club open its doors to the public once again after last year’s edition.

Winner of her seventh LPGA Tour title last week, Korean Kim Hyo-joo produced a dominant display in 2024, shooting 10-under-par to clinch the trophy in front of her dedicated ‘shooting star’ fan club on her event debut.

Headlining the field this year is Major champion Danielle Kang, who led her team to victory in 2024 and is determined to defend her title in what promises to be one of the most competitive events on the LET.

Kang, who has Korean heritage, is particularly excited to return to Seoul and compete in front of passionate local fans.

“I’ve said it many times before, but I love competing as part of a team. The team format makes it even more fun because we get to share the experience, push each other, and celebrate together.

“Last year was such a great memory and I can’t wait to be back, playing alongside some of the best in the world. Hopefully I’ll get to lift another trophy.

“I’m very thankful to Golf Saudi for consistently elevating women’s golf and creating opportunities for players like me to compete in team and individual formats.”

The Aramco Korea Championship will introduce a new format that raises the stakes for players and fans alike. With a US$2 million prize fund, double that of previous Aramco Team Series presented by PIF events, it cements its status as a premier stop on the LET calendar.

A major evolution in the competition structure is the shift to an all-professional team format, enhancing both the level of play and opportunities for elite golfers. Previously, each team included an amateur alongside three professionals. Now, all 26 teams will consist exclusively of four professional players.

The tournament will unfold over three days. The team competition, spanning two days, offers a US$500,000 prize purse, while the individual champion will be crowned after the third round, competing for a share of the US$1.5 million prize.

This reimagined structure raises the intensity of the competition and continues Golf Saudi’s reputation for organising elite-level, international events that support the LET’s continued drive to grow the women’s game and offer more playing opportunities to its members than ever before.

*Golf Saudi is an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.