The 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship tee times have been announced as excitement builds for one of the year’s most anticipated women’s golf events. Set to take place at Fields Ranch East in PGA Frisco, Texas, from June 19, 2025, the tournament will feature 156 of the world’s top female golfers competing for a $12 million prize purse. Among the contenders is Nelly Korda, the world No. 1, who aims to return to her winning ways following a challenging season.

The Stage Set for a Historic Championship in Texas

For the first time, the prestigious KPMG Women’s PGA Championship will be hosted at Fields Ranch East in PGA Frisco, Texas. This marks a significant moment for the tournament as it moves to a new venue known for its demanding course design and excellent facilities. The championship will bring together 156 players, highlighting the highest level of competition in women’s golf. The $12 million purse underscores the event’s growing prominence within the LPGA Tour, providing a fitting reward for the best performances.

Defending champion Amy Yang will arrive in Frisco eager to hold onto her title, while other notable competitors include Maja Stark and, of course, Nelly Korda. Stark, having missed the cut in 2023 and tied for 60th in 2024, will be determined to improve her standing as she enters her third KPMG Women’s PGA appearance.

How the Tee Times and Rounds Are Organized

The first two rounds of the championship will commence from two sets of starting points: tee 1 and tee 10, beginning early at 7:00 a.m. Golfers starting on tee 1 on the first day will tee off from tee 10 in the second round, and vice versa. This format ensures fairness by giving players the opportunity to tackle different parts of the course as conditions change throughout the day.

After these rounds, only the top 60 players and ties will advance to the final rounds. The groups will remain consistent across rounds, but tee times will switch from morning to afternoon or afternoon to morning between rounds one and two. This rotation challenges players to adapt to varying course conditions, testing their mental and physical endurance.

Complete Tee Time Schedule for the KPMG Championship 2025

The tee times for the initial rounds feature carefully arranged groups, promising a competitive and well-paced tournament. The first groups will start their rounds at 7:00 a.m., including Katelyn Sepmoree, Jodi Ewart Shadoff, and Yuna Nishimura. Nelly Korda is scheduled to tee off at 8:28 a.m., paired with Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul and Lydia Ko, two formidable competitors with impressive track records.

Here is a detailed listing of the tee times for day one and the corresponding second-round tee times indicated after the slash:

7:00 a.m./12:27 p.m.: Katelyn Sepmoree, Jodi Ewart Shadoff, Yuna Nishimura

7:05 a.m./12:32 p.m.: Bianca Pagdanganan, Natalie Vivaldi, Jiwon Jeon

7:11 a.m./12:38 p.m.: Jeonguen Lee5, Arpichaya Yubol, Brooke Matthews

7:16 a.m./12:43 p.m.: Peiyun Chien, Yuri Yoshida, Yahui Zhang

7:22 a.m./12:49 p.m.: Celine Boultier, Sophia Popov, Ashleigh Buhai

7:27 a.m./12:54 p.m.: Albane Valenzuela, Benedetta Moresco, Robyn Choi

7:33 a.m./1:00 p.m.: Chiara Tamburlini, Ingrid Lindblad, Jasmine Suwannapura

7:38 a.m./1:05 p.m.: Grace Kim, Alexa Pano, Megan Khang

7:44 a.m./1:11 p.m.: Moriya Jutanugarn, Bailey Tardy, Madelene Sagstrom

7:49 a.m./1:16 p.m.: Pajaree Anannarukarn, Akie Iwai, Nasa Hataoka

7:55 a.m./1:22 p.m.: Esther Henseleit, Aditi Ashok, Mimi Rhodes

8:00 a.m./1:27 p.m.: Jin Hee Im, Caroline Inglis, Miyu Yamashita

8:06 a.m./1:33 p.m.: Ariya Jutanugarn, Lucy Li, Rose Zhang

8:11 a.m./1:38 p.m.: Lauren Hartlage, Ina Yoon, Angel Yin

8:17 a.m./1:44 p.m.: Joanna Coe, Patty Tavatanakit, Leona Maguire

8:22 a.m./1:49 p.m.: Hae Ran Ryu, Hyo Joo Kim, Chanettee Wannasaen

8:28 a.m./1:55 p.m.: Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul, Lydia Ko

8:33 a.m./2:00 p.m.: Mirim Lee, Allison Corpuz, A Lim Kim

8:39 a.m./2:06 p.m.: Brooke M Henderson, Maja Stark, Mao Saigo

8:44 a.m./2:11 p.m.: Gemma Dryburgh, Soo Bin Joo, Hira Naveed

8:50 a.m./2:17 p.m.: Chisato Iwai, Minjee Lee, Lauren Coughlin

8:55 a.m./2:22 p.m.: Dewi Weber, Azahara Munoz, Na Rin An

9:01 a.m./2:28 p.m.: Rio Takeda, Jennifer Kupcho, Linn Grant

9:06 a.m./2:33 p.m.: Ashley Grier, Savannah Grewal, Morgane Metraux

9:12 a.m./2:39 p.m.: Gurleen Kaur, Nicole Felce, Olivia Cowen

9:17 a.m./2:44 p.m.: Yu Liu, Madison Young, Heather Angell

Afternoon starters on the first day, with their morning second-round tee times, include:

12:27 p.m./7:00 a.m.: Pornanong Phatlum, Mariel Galdiano, Ruixin Liu

12:32 p.m./7:05 a.m.: Sandra Changkija, Kumkang Park, Brianna Do

12:38 p.m./7:11 a.m.: Georgia Hall, Allie Knight, Cheyenne Knight

12:43 p.m./7:16 a.m.: Jeonguen Lee6, Ryan O’Toole, Paula Reto

12:49 p.m./7:22 a.m.: Elizabeth Szokol, Nataliya Guseva, Aline Krauter

12:54 p.m./7:27 a.m.: Miranda Wang, Cassie Porter, Kristen Gillman

1:00 p.m./7:33 a.m.: Somi Lee, Lindy Duncan, Suji Kim

1:05 p.m./7:38 a.m.: Jenny Shin, Weiwei Zhang, Haeji Kang

1:11 p.m./7:44 a.m.: Gabi Lopez, Shinsil Bang, Yui Kawamoto

1:16 p.m./7:49 a.m.: Yan Liu, Auston Kim, Ana Belac

1:22 p.m./7:22 a.m.: Danielle King, Sei Young Kim, Yani Tseng

1:27 p.m./8:00 a.m.: Mi Hyang Lee, Stephanie Kyriacuo, Hye-Jin Choi

1:33 p.m./8:06 a.m.: Andrea Lee, Emily Kristine Pedersen, Linnea Strom

1:38 p.m./8:11 a.m.: Nanna Koerstz, Allie White, Youmin Hwang

1:44 p.m./8:17 a.m.: Stacy Lewis, Alison Curdt, Sarah Schmelzel

1:49 p.m./8:22 a.m.: Gabriela Ruffells, Shiho Kuwaki, Carlota Ciganda

1:55 p.m./8:28 a.m.: Lexi Thompson, Yuka Saso, Yealimi Noh

2:00 p.m./8:33 a.m.: Sung Hyun Park, Anna Nordqvist, Cristie Kerr

2:06 p.m./8:39 a.m.: Amy Yang, Ruoning Yin, In-Gee Chun

2:11 p.m./8:44 a.m.: Jenny Bae, Ilhee Lee, Minami Katsu

2:17 p.m./8:50 a.m.: Ayaka Furue, Jin Young Ko, Charley Hull

2:22 p.m./8:55 a.m.: Saki Baba, Wei-Ling Hsu, Manon De Roey

2:28 p.m./9:01 a.m.: Hinako Shibuno, Hannah Green, Lilia Vu

2:33 p.m./9:06 a.m.: Caroline Masson, Muni He, Karis Davidson

2:39 p.m./9:12 a.m.: Gigi Stoll, Julia Lopez Ramirez, Mary Liu

2:44 p.m./9:17 a.m.: Jing Yan, Frida Kinhult, Pauline Roussin Bouchard

Leading Contenders and Their Prospects

In 2024, Nelly Korda dominated women’s golf by winning six LPGA Tour events, including her second major title at the Chevron Championship. However, the year 2025 has been more challenging for her, with no victories recorded so far, though she has secured four top-10 finishes. Despite this, her sustained consistency and past successes allow her to maintain the position of world No. 1 and the top favorite to claim the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, offering +850 odds in betting markets.

Among the main challengers is Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul, currently second in betting odds at +900. Thitikul holds the distinction of being the youngest winner of a professional tournament, capturing the 2017 Ladies European Thailand Championship at only 14 years and four months old. Since then, she has claimed five LPGA Tour victories and four Ladies European Tour wins, accumulating 18 professional titles in total. Yet, a major championship victory has eluded her, and the 2025 KPMG tournament represents a key opportunity to break through.

Ruoning Yin stands as the third favorite with +1600 odds; she made history by winning her first major title at the 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, becoming the second Chinese woman to win a major. Although she has yet to secure a tournament win in 2025, Yin has demonstrated strong form, making the cut in all nine starts and achieving multiple top-10 finishes, including second and fourth-place results at the Chevron Championship and U.S. Women’s Open, respectively.

The Stakes and What to Expect Moving Forward

The winner of this year’s KPMG Women’s PGA Championship will claim a prize of $1.8 million, part of the significant $12 million purse that continues to elevate the status of women’s golf globally. With top players like Nelly Korda, Amy Yang, Maja Stark, and Atthaya Jeeno Thitikul poised to compete at their highest level, the championship is set to showcase thrilling competition and strategic mastery.

This event also reinforces the rapid growth of women’s golf, highlighted by increasing prize funds and expanding global interest. The new venue at Fields Ranch East is expected to present unique challenges, requiring players to adapt their techniques and maintain mental resilience. Observers and fans alike will be keen to see if Korda can revive her winning momentum or if fresh contenders will emerge to claim the title.

With the tee times now set and the course ready, anticipation builds around the potential storylines and breakthroughs that this major championship can produce. As the tournament unfolds over the next few days, golf enthusiasts will be watching closely to see who will ultimately lift the coveted winner’s trophy.