PHOENIX (Feb. 26, 2026) – The 2026 Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass is shaping up to bring the world’s best athletes back to the Phoenix area. On March 26-29, Whirlwind Golf Club will host several of the LPGA Tour’s top 100 athletes, including major champions, Olympic medalists and local favorites.
Early commitments include Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul, who has been the top player in the world since August 2025; Rolex Rankings No. 2 Nelly Korda, 2020 Olympics gold medalist and winner of the LPGA Tour’s Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions; and Rolex Rankings No. 3 Charley Hull, who won the season-opening PIF Saudi Ladies International on the Ladies European Tour. The Phoenix area will be well-represented by life-long resident Sarah Schmelzel, who played on the U.S. Team at the 2024 Solheim Cup, along with Arizona State University alumnae Carlota Ciganda, Linn Grant, Anna Nordqvist and Linnea Strom.
Last year’s Ford Championship winner Hyo Joo Kim is expected to return to Whirlwind in search of a successful title defense, along with 2025 runner-up Lilia Vu. They will be joined by 2024 gold medalist and LPGA Hall of Fame member Lydia Ko, as well as major champions Celine Boutier, Allisen Corpuz, Brooke Henderson, Ariya Jutanugarn, A Lim Kim, Jennifer Kupcho, Mao Saigo, Maja Stark, Miyu Yamashita and Ruoning Yin. Entries will officially close on March 18.
Tickets for the 2026 Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass are available for purchase at SeatGeek.com. General admission daily tickets start at $49, with weekly passes starting at $129. Hospitality tickets for the Trophy Club are $249 for daily admission and $899 for weekly access. Overlooking the action on the 16th green, the Trophy Club delivers unbeatable views paired with daily DJs every day, great food inspired by the iconic Trophy Bar restaurant, an open bar that keeps the vibe going all tournament long and upgraded restrooms, as well as General Parking access. Whether coming for a single day or the full week, the Trophy Club is the ticket to non-stop fun and unforgettable moments on course.
Juniors aged 17 and under will receive complimentary general admission with the purchase of an adult ticket. For more information on junior tickets, visit FordChampionship.com.
On behalf of The Thunderbirds, a Founding Partner of the Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass, the LPGA is proud to invite all active duty, reserve, retired and veteran U.S. military personnel, along with active U.S. law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs to attend the week’s event. Eligible guests and one t are invited to enjoy the championship from The Thunderbirds Military Outpost, a dedicated hospitality space available Thursday through Sunday of tournament week. Located near the 18th green, the Outpost offers complimentary snacks and beverages in a relaxed and comfortable setting while taking in the world-class LPGA Tour competition.
Additionally, volunteer opportunities are available for fans who want to participate in the week’s festivities. Group hospitality and sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass are available by contacting Emily Podzielinski at
For more information on the Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass, visit FordChampionship.com. Media who wish to attend and cover the competition should apply for credentials at www.lpgamediacredentials.com.
