The world's top women golfers are at Royal Lytham and St Annes for the AIG Women's Open - all you need to know
The Fylde course has staged the competition on five previous occasions
The AIG Women’s Open is back at Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club from today until Sunday, August 2 for its landmark 50th edition.
The venue has staged the Championship five times, the last in 2018, when Georgia Hall became the most recent British player to lift the prestigios title,
The course has also seen memorable wins for Catriona Matthew and Annika Sorenstam - and it was where Sherri Steinhauer lifted the trophy in 1998 – and then reclaimed it eight years later.
Miyu Yamashita will arrive as reigning champion and the prize fund will be $10m, an increase of $250,000 on 2025.
Yamashita took home $1,462,500 in 2025, the largest amount in AIG Women’s Open history.
After the final practice day and pro-am today, the four rounds of the championship will take place from Thursday to Sunday.
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Thousands of spectators are expected to attend and to avoid road traffic congestion, and be kind to the environment, spectators are asked consider the use of public transport or car sharing with friends/family, while those staying in the local area should consider walking or cycling).
Bicycle parking will be available near the main entrance for those wishing to cycle to the venue, while free parking is available close to the venue, where the main entrance for spectators is close to the junction of Lima Road and Beauclerk Road.
Fylde Police are increasing their presence across Lytham and St Annes during the tournament to ensure that the event runs smoothly.
Local Neighbourhood Officers will maintain a visible and reassuring presence throughout the event supported by specialist resources, such as the Mounted Branch, to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone visiting the Fylde Coast.
Chief Inspector Mark Douglas of Lancashire Police said: “We have been working closely with The R&A, Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club, Fylde Council and a number of other key partners to ensure that visitors to the AIG Women’s Open have a safe and pleasant time here in Fylde.
“It is a really exciting event to be a part of, and we will be doing everything we can to ensure that it goes by without a hitch. Whilst we do our part, the visitors have their own important part to play in making this happen and I want to share the following advice:
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- In busy crowds, please keep your personal belongings, such as phones and wallets, safely tucked into a secure bag.
- If you’re driving to the event, please take extra care and allow a little more time for your journey, as roads are expected to be busier than usual. When parking, make sure your vehicle is locked and no valuables are left on display.
- We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable experience, so any anti-social or criminal behaviour, both at the event and nearby, will be dealt with.
- Finally, if you notice anything that doesn’t feel right, please don’t hesitate to speak to us or a member of event security.
“We all have a role to play in keeping each other safe. Your safety is our priority so please approach an officer if you need help.”
Those attending are asked to follow the official signs and the latest ticket information can be found at www.aigwomensopen.com/