The Women's Australian Open holds a special place in the heart of Australian golf. Since its inception in 1974, the championship has continually attracted world golf's elite players to compete for the Patricia Bridges Bowl. Framed by wattle, the trophy has been lifted by six world No.1s, World Golf Hall of Fame members and major winners alike. It is the national celebration of Australian women's golf.
Prestige. Style. Honour. Determination. The ISPS HANDA Women's Australian Open.
Championship fact sheet
Event:
THE 2018 ISPS HANDA WOMEN'S AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Date:
February 15-18, 2018
Time:
Play starts at approx. 7.15am Thursday and Friday, gates open at 6.30am.
Venue:
Kooyonga Golf Club
May Terrace, Adelaide SA 5032
Defending champion:
Ha Na Jang (Korea)
Purse:
USD $1.3 million
Sanctioning tours:
LPGA Tour & ALPG Tour
Field size:
144 players
Format:
72-hole stroke play
Cut:
Top 70 players (plus ties)
Trophy:
Patricia Bridges Bowl
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