Suzann Pettersen made a noteworthy comeback to the Ladies European Tour (LET) after a four‑year hiatus, posting an even‑par 72 at the Aramco Korea Championship. The Norwegian veteran’s round was highlighted by a steady finish and a series of timely birdies, while England’s rising star Lily May Humphreys secured a share of second place, just one stroke behind the leader.
Pettersen, now 45, had previously stepped away from competitive play following her dramatic winning putt for Team Europe in the 2019 Solheim Cup at Gleneagles. Since then, her only other appearance on the LET circuit had been at the 2022 Aramco Team Series event in Jeddah.
In addition to her playing resume, she has served as Europe’s captain in both the 2023 and 2024 Solheim Cups, underscoring her continued influence on the game. The round in South Korea did not start smoothly for the former major champion. After six holes she was three strokes over par, having bogeyed the third hole and taken a double‑bogey on the sixth. Rather than capitulating, Pettersan rallied impressively.
She recorded birdies on the eighth, thirteenth, and fifteenth holes, the latter of which she clinched with a spectacular long‑range putt that added an extra shot to her scorecard. Her back nine was completely bogey‑free, a testament to her experience and composure under pressure. Meanwhile, 24‑year‑old Lily May Humphreys, who captured her first LET title at the 2023 Joburg Ladies Open, posted a five‑under‑par 67.
Her performance placed her just one stroke behind the tournament leader, Patricie Mackova of the Czech Republic. Like Pettersen, Humphreys also stumbled on holes three and six, but she compensated with a flurry of birdies and an impressive eagle on the par‑five 13th. Her round matched the scores of fellow competitors Miyu Yamashita, Sarah Kemp, and Olivia Cowan, illustrating the depth of talent in the field.
After her round, Humphreys reflected on her play: "I played very nicely and I had quite a lot of good fortune go my way which you need around here to shoot a low number. The course doesn't give you anything. You need to earn every birdie and some pars.
I holed an insane amount of long putts and the hole‑out for eagle which was a nice way to start the afternoon." Her comments underline the difficulty of the Aramco Korea course, where even the best players must work hard for every advantage. The 2026 LET season has already seen a surge of English winners. Charley Hull opened the year with a victory at the PIF Saudi Ladies International in February.
In April, Esme Hamilton claimed her maiden LET title at the South African Women’s Open. Later in August, Eleanor Givens celebrated her first tour win at the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open, and Charlotte Heath followed suit in September by triumphing at the La Sella Open. These successes highlight a growing depth of English talent on the European circuit. Patricie Mackova, the Czech contender who currently leads the Aramco Korea Championship, matched the course record set by Seojin Park in 2025 with the lowest round of her career.
Mackova chose to wear a green outfit during her round to promote sustainability. After the tournament she explained, "Myself, Sara [Kouskova], Celina [Sattelkau], and Camille [Chevalier] are part of an organisation called EcoAthletes. It’s an organisation of athletes who care about the environment and they feel something should change for future generations to enjoy earth as much as we do. We came up with the idea of wearing a green shirt on Thursdays this month.
I didn’t have a green shirt, but I found this [green dress]." The Aramco Korea Championship continues to attract a global audience, with round two broadcast live on Sky Sports Mix and Sky Sports+ from 5:30 a.m. on Friday, and additional coverage on Sky Sports Golf beginning at 8 a.m.
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Users can simply enter a course name, city, or postal code to find available tee times, though the search tool may occasionally return no results, prompting a new query. Overall, Pettersen’s return to competitive play and Humphreys’ strong second‑place finish underscore the dynamic nature of the LET this season. Both players demonstrated resilience and skill, navigating a challenging course that rewards precision and strategic shot‑making. As the tournament progresses, fans can anticipate further thrilling moments, especially as the leaderboard tightens and more players vie for the top spot.
The combination of seasoned veterans and emerging talent ensures that the LET remains a compelling showcase for women’s professional golf worldwide.