The inaugural round of the 50th AIG Women’s Open will launch at the historic Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire, and the full schedule of pairings and tee times has just been released. This detailed rundown outlines who will tee off when, where, and alongside whom, giving fans a clear picture of the day’s competition and highlighting the storylines that could shape the tournament. Defending champion Miyu Yamashita returns to defend her title, hoping to become the first player since Yani Tseng to win the Open in consecutive years.
Yamashita is slated to start in the later‑early wave on Thursday, sharing the tee with world number two Jeongeun "Jeeno" Thitikul of Thailand and England’s rising star Lauren Coughlin. The trio will be watched closely, as Yamashita’s experience and Thitikul’s recent surge in world rankings make this a high‑stakes grouping.
Two of the season’s most successful major winners have been paired together for the first two days, creating a marquee matchup that promises plenty of drama. World number one Nelly Korda of the United States will open the day early, teamed with South Korea’s Haeran Ryu and former world number one Lydia Ko of New Zealand.
Korda’s powerful game and Ryu’s consistent ball‑striking, combined with Ko’s seasoned composure, set the stage for a compelling early‑morning showdown. Lottie Woad of England, seeking her first major title, will start alongside Japan’s Aki Iwai and American Andrea Lee. Across the draw, Charley Hull—another English contender—will be paired with Australia’s Hannah Green and Canada’s Brooke Henderson, both of whom have already claimed victories on the LPGA Tour. These groupings illustrate the depth of talent in the field and the international flavor of the competition.
The field comprises 144 competitors, making this the final women’s major of the 2026 season. Coverage will begin at 9:00 a.m. BST on Thursday, with a special "Featured Groups" segment that includes an extended three‑ball format featuring Nelly Korda. Viewers can expect comprehensive live streaming on Sky Sports Golf, which has secured exclusive rights in the UK and Ireland.
The broadcast will run for six additional hours compared with previous years, underscoring the tournament’s growing popularity. Below is the complete schedule, listed in British Summer Time (BST) unless otherwise noted.
An (x) after a name indicates an amateur participant. 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 (COL) (x) 07:36 Ina Yoon (KOR), Alison Lee (USA), Yunseo Yang (KOR) (x) 07:47 Jiyai Shin (KOR), Auston Kim (USA), In Gee Chun (KOR) 07:58 Linn Grant (SWE), Jin Young Ko (KOR), Kiara Romero (USA) (x) 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 (USA) 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 (IRL), Bel Wardle (ENG) 11:14 Jing Yan (CHN), Agathe Laisne (FRA), Lauren Walsh (IRL) 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 (USA) 12:09 Anna Huang (CAN), Jenny Bae (KOR), Paula Martin Sampedro (ESP) (x) 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 (FRA) (x) 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), Jeongeun 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 (PHI) 13:53 Minsol Kim (KOR), Patty Tavatanakit (THA), Megan Khang (USA) 14:04 Pajaree Anannarukarn (THA), Youmin Hwang (KOR), Leona Maguire (IRL) 14:15 Ashleigh Buhai (RSA), Fuka Suga (JPN), Dewi Weber (NED) 14:26 Kim Minsun (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 (ENG) (x) 14:59 Nataliya Guseva (RUS), Noora Komulainen (FIN), Lauren Crump (ENG) (x) 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 Peláez Triviño (ESP), Vanessa Bouvet (FRA) Sky Sports will be the sole broadcaster for the tournament across the United Kingdom and Ireland, and the new "Featured Groups" format will give fans an inside look at the leading contenders as they play together in three‑ball contests. The featured coverage starts at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday and Friday, with full tournament coverage kicking off at 1:00 p.m.
The weekend rounds will be broadcast from midday, ensuring that viewers can follow the action from start to finish. For those unable to watch via traditional television, Sky Sports also offers a streaming option that requires no long‑term contract, allowing golf enthusiasts to watch live play on any compatible device. In addition, the platform provides a range of other sports and entertainment content, making it a versatile choice for households.
Beyond the competition itself, the Open presents an opportunity for fans to explore the surrounding region. Royal Lytham & St Annes is renowned for its challenging links layout, deep bunkers, and dramatic coastal scenery. Visitors can combine a day of world‑class golf with a stroll along the Lancashire coastline, a visit to local historic pubs, or a round at one of the many nearby courses. Whether you are a seasoned follower of the LPGA Tour, a casual viewer, or a newcomer to women's golf, the 2026 AIG Women’s Open promises a week of high‑quality sport, compelling storylines, and unforgettable moments.
Tune in, follow your favorite players, and witness who will ultimately lift the coveted Claret Jug at the conclusion of the tournament.