The final chapter of the women’s major season unfolds this week at the AIG Women’s Open, and Sky Sports is delivering more comprehensive live coverage than ever before from the historic links of Royal Lytham & St Annes. Defending champion Miyu Yamashita returns to the course after her breakthrough triumph at Royal Porthcawl last year. The Japanese star is now aiming to become the first player to retain the AIG Women’s Open title since Yani Tseng accomplished the feat in 2011, a milestone that would cement her status among the game’s elite. Going into the tournament, American prodigy Nelly Korda entered as the clear favourite.
She already holds two major titles this season – the Chevron Championship and the U.S. Women’s Open – and a victory at Lytham would not only secure a third major for 2025 but also lock in her place in the LPGA Hall of Fame and complete the career Grand Slam, a rare achievement in women’s golf. Meanwhile, South Korean sensation Haeran Ryu, fresh off wins at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the Amundi Evian Championship, is chasing a third consecutive major, a run that would place her in a very exclusive club. Thai rising star Jeongeun “Jeeno” Thitikul and Korean veteran Hyojoo Kim are also in contention, each hoping to add their names to the winner’s list.
On the home front, England’s own Charley Hull and Lottie Woad are eager to break a long drought. The last Englishwoman to capture a major was Georgia Hall at the 2018 Women’s Open, and both Hull and Woad are looking to become the next to achieve that distinction.
Their performances also carry extra weight because this week marks the final opportunity for players to earn points toward selection for Europe’s Solheim Cup team, which will compete in September. Sky Sports has announced that it will broadcast live action from all four rounds, a first for the tournament. In addition to the traditional main feed, the network is introducing “Featured Groups” coverage, which will spotlight specific groups of players throughout the day, giving viewers deeper insight into the leaders’ strategies and the challenges faced by those fighting for a spot on the leaderboard.
Key broadcast times include a live airing of the final round on Sunday, August 2, at 12:00 pm. Highlights will be compiled into one‑hour recap shows that air each evening at 11:00 pm on Sky Sports, with repeat broadcasts the following morning. The entire final round will also be replayed in full on the Monday after the tournament, ensuring fans can catch any missed moments. For those who prefer streaming, Sky customers can watch via the Sky Sports app or the dedicated Sky Sports Golf channel.
Non‑Sky subscribers have the option to stream the tournament without a long‑term contract by purchasing a NOW Day pass or a flexible month‑to‑month subscription. A live blog will run throughout the week, providing minute‑by‑minute updates for fans on the move, while near‑live clips and post‑round highlights will be available on the Sky Sports app for free.
Royal Lytham & St Annes is one of the most iconic venues in the R&A’s portfolio. It has hosted The Open Championship eleven times and served as a Ryder Cup venue on two occasions. This year’s Women’s Open will be the sixth time the course has staged the event.
The layout measures 6,601 yards and plays as a par‑71, featuring more than 170 pot bunkers that line the fairways and a unique opening hole that begins the round with a par‑three – the only Open venue to do so. The course’s history is steeped in legend.
In 2025, the club celebrated the centenary of its first Open, which was won by the legendary Bobby Jones. Since then, champions such as Bobby Locke, Peter Thomson, Bob Charles, Tony Jacklin, Gary Player, Seve Ballesteros (twice), David Duval and Ernie Els have lifted the Claret Jug on these grounds. In the women’s game, the last two AIG Women’s Open winners at Royal Lytham have been British: Catriona Matthew in 2009 and Georgia Hall in 2018, joining past champions Sherri Steinhauer and Annika Sörenstam who also found success at this demanding venue. To get the best viewing experience, Sky advises using the Chrome browser, which provides a more accessible video player.
Fans can also stay updated via Sky Sports’ WhatsApp channel, which delivers the latest news, videos, features and analysis. Beyond the tournament itself, Sky Sports is promoting its broader golf offering. Subscribers can explore discounted rates for tee times at over 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland, making it easy to book a round at a nearby club. The platform also offers guidance on creating or locating a Sky ID, ensuring that all users can access their personalized services.
In summary, the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes promises high‑stakes drama, historic venues, and an unprecedented level of coverage from Sky Sports. Whether you are cheering for the defending champion Miyu Yamashita, the favorite Nelly Korda, or a home hopeful like Charley Hull, there will be multiple ways to follow the action live, catch highlights, or stream the event on your preferred device.
The tournament not only crowns a major champion but also serves as a pivotal moment in the race for Solheim Cup qualification, adding another layer of intrigue to an already compelling week of golf.