The opening round of the 50th AIG Women’s Open will take place at the historic Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire, and the full list of pairings and tee times has now been released. This year’s field is packed with talent, featuring past champions, world‑number‑one players, and rising stars from across the globe, all eager to make their mark on the final women’s major of the season.

Defending champion Miyu Yamashita heads out in the late‑early wave, hoping to become the first player to retain the title since Yani Tseng achieved the feat. Yamashita will be paired with world No. 2 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand and England’s Lauren Coughlin, forming a formidable trio that blends experience with youthful energy. The three will tee off together at 13:15 BST, a slot that gives them a clear view of the course’s early‑morning conditions while also providing ample daylight for any potential weather changes.

On the first day, the tournament’s two multiple‑major winners of the season have been placed together for the opening two days. World No. 1 Nelly Korda of the United States and South Korean talent Haeran Ryu will start early on Thursday alongside New Zealand’s former world No. 1 Lydia Ko.

Their grouping, scheduled for 08:42 BST, promises an exciting display of high‑caliber golf, with Korda’s powerful driving and Ryu’s precision iron play set to challenge the famed bunkers and undulating greens of Royal Lytham. The schedule also highlights several players making their first attempt at a major championship. England’s Lottie Woad, a promising newcomer, will begin her quest for a maiden major title alongside Japan’s Aki Iwai and fellow Englishwoman Andrea Lee at 08:31 BST. Directly opposite them, Charley Hull, a seasoned competitor, will share the tee with Australia’s Hannah Green and Canada’s Brooke Henderson at 13:26 BST, creating a balanced mix of experience and ambition on each side of the draw.

In total, 144 competitors will line up for the opening round, representing a diverse cross‑section of the world’s best women golfers. Coverage of the Featured Groups will commence at 09:00 BST on Thursday, with Sky Sports Golf providing extended live footage of Korda’s three‑ball group, offering viewers a closer look at the strategies employed by the top‑ranked players. All times are listed in British Summer Time (BST) unless otherwise noted, and the schedule includes both professional and amateur participants, the latter indicated by an (x) beside their names. Below is the complete timetable for the first round, organized by tee time: 06:30 Alice Hewson (Eng), Amanda Doherty (Eng), Chloe Williams (Wal) 06:41 Amelia Garvey (Nzl), Leonie Harm (Ger), Smilla Tarning Sonderby (Den) 06:52 Wei Ling Hsu (Tpe), Aditi Ashok (Ind), Darcey Harry (Wal) 07:03 Anna Nordqvist (Swe), Cassie Porter (Aus), Sayaka Takahashi (Jpn) 07:14 Minami Katsu (Jpn), Yealimi Noh (USA), Steph Kyriacou (Aus) 07:25 Carlota Ciganda (Esp), Karis Davidson (Aus), Maria Marin (x) (Col) 07:36 Ina Yoon (Kor), Alison Lee (USA), Yunseo Yang (x) (Kor) 07:47 Jiyai Shin (Kor), Auston Kim (USA), In Gee Chun (Kor) 07:58 Linn Grant (Swe), Jin Young Ko (Kor), Kiara Romero (x) (USA) 08:09 Sei Young Kim (Kor), Rio Takeda (Jpn), Yuna Araki (Jpn) 08:20 Hyojoo Kim (Kor), Minjee Lee (Aus), Mao Saigo (Jpn) 08:31 Lottie Woad (Eng), Aki Iwai (Jpn), Andrea Lee (Eng) 08:42 Lydia Ko (Nzl), Nelly Korda (USA), Haeran Ryu (Kor) 08:58 Hye‑Jin Choi (Kor), Grace Kim (Aus), Mimi Rhodes (Eng) 09:09 Somi Lee (Kor), Esther Henseleit (Ger), Ayaka Furue (Jpn) 09:20 Lindy Duncan (Eng), Amy Yang (Kor), Julia Lopez Ramirez (Esp) 09:31 Sophia Popov (Ger), Jenny Shin (Kor), Perrine Delacour (Fra) 09:42 Yan Liu (Chn), Shannon Tan (Sin), Yuka Saso (Jpn) 09:53 Yani Tseng (Tpe), Nastasia Nadaud (Fra), Alexandra Forsterling (Ger) 10:04 Arpichaya Yubol (Tha), Cara Gainer (Eng), Minji Kang (Kor) 10:15 In Kyung Kim (Kor), Manon De Roey (Bel), Carolina Chacarra (Esp) 10:26 Jodi Ewart Shadoff (Eng), Anna Zanusso (Ita), Justice Bosio (Aus) 10:37 Sara Kouskova (Cze), Soobin Joo (Kor), Annabell Fuller (Eng) 10:48 Pia Babnik (Slo), Anna Foster (Ire), Bel Wardle (Eng) 11:14 Jing Yan (CHN), Agathe Laisne (Fra), Lauren Walsh (Ire) 11:25 Kelsey Bennett (Aus), Weiwei Zhang (Chn), Kajsa Arwefjall (Swe) 11:36 Erika Hara (Jpn), Chiara Tamburlini (Sui), Melanie Green (Eng) 11:47 Nanna Koerstz Madsen (Den), Kana Nagai (Jpn), Esme Hamilton (Eng) 11:58 Shiho Kuwaki (Jpn), Helen Briem (Ger), Lucy Li (Eng) 12:09 Anna Huang (Can), Jenny Bae (KOR), Paula Martin Sampedro (x) (Esp) 12:20 Lilia Vu (USA), Shuri Sakuma (Jpn), Rose Zhang (USA) 12:31 Ariya Jutanugarn (Tha), A Lim Kim (Kor), Casandra Alexander (RSA) 12:42 Hinako Shibuno (Jpn), Georgia Hall (Eng), Valentine Delon (x) (Fra) 12:53 Gaby Lopez (Mex), Chizzy Iwai (Jpn), Celine Boutier (Fra) 13:04 Ruoning Yin (Chn), Nasa Hataoka (Jpn), Jennifer Kupcho (USA) 13:15 Miyu Yamashita (Jpn), Jeeno Thitikul (Tha), Lauren Coughlin (Eng) 13:26 Charley Hull (Eng), Hannah Green (Aus), Brooke Henderson (Can) 13:42 Maja Stark (Swe), Jinhee Im (Kor), Allisen Corpuz (Phil) 13:53 Minsol Kim (Kor), Patty Tavatanakit (Tha), Megan Khang (USA) 14:04 Pajaree Anannarukarn (Tha), Youmin Hwang (Kor), Leona Maguire (Ire) 14:15 Ashleigh Buhai (RSA), Fuka Suga (Jpn), Dewi Weber (Ned) 14:26 Kim Minsun7 (Kor), Mi Hyang Lee (Kor), Nicole Broch Estrup (Den) 14:37 Chanettee Wannasaen (Tha), Pauline Roussin‑Bouchard (Fra), Yu Liu (Chn) 14:48 Ryann O'Toole (USA), Robyn Choi (Aus), Charlotte Naughton (x) (Eng) 14:59 Nataliya Guseva (N/A), Noora Komulainen (Fin), Lauren Crump (x) (Eng) 15:10 Carla Tejedo Mulet (Esp), Diksha Dagar (Ind), Yana Wilson (USA) 15:21 Daniela Darquea (Ecu), Polly Mack (Ger), Gina Kim (USA) 15:32 Aunchisa Utama (Tha), Ana Pelaez Trivino (Esp), Vanessa Bouvet (Fra) Sky Sports continues to be the exclusive broadcaster of the AIG Women’s Open across the United Kingdom and Ireland.

This year, the network introduces Featured Groups coverage, extending live golf action by six additional hours compared with previous editions. The Featured Groups segment will launch at 09:00 BST on both Thursday and Friday, offering viewers in‑depth looks at selected pairings before the full field coverage begins at 13:00 BST. The third and fourth rounds will be broadcast live from midday over the weekend, ensuring fans can follow the tournament’s climax without missing a beat. For those watching from abroad, the schedule lists times in both BST and U.S.

time zones where applicable, making it easy to tune in from different regions. Golf enthusiasts are encouraged to use a Chrome browser for the most accessible video player experience, as recommended by the streaming platform. Beyond the on‑course action, the AIG Women’s Open serves as a showcase for the growth of women’s golf worldwide.

The tournament’s 2026 edition highlights the sport’s expanding global reach, with participants hailing from more than 30 countries and representing a blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talents. The presence of multiple major winners, such as Korda, Yamashita, and Tseng, underscores the high level of competition, while the inclusion of amateurs and players from lesser‑known golfing nations reflects the event’s commitment to fostering diversity and opportunity. As the first major of the year, the AIG Women’s Open sets the tone for the remainder of the season, offering valuable world‑ranking points and significant prize money. Fans can follow the live coverage on Sky Sports Golf or stream the event through the Sky Sports app, which offers flexible, contract‑free options for viewers who prefer digital platforms.

Whether you are a seasoned follower of the LPGA Tour or a newcomer eager to see the next generation of stars, the 2026 AIG Women’s Open promises compelling storylines, dramatic swings, and unforgettable moments on one of the most challenging links courses in the world. Stay tuned, mark your calendars, and enjoy the tournament as the world’s best women golfers battle for glory at Royal Lytham & St Annes.