Sponsor
Patrons
Official Suppliers
Royal Lytham & St Annes
29 July - 2 August 2026
Shiho Kuwaki claimed a memorable triumph in the 50th edition of the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes.
The 23-year-old from Japan entered the clubhouse on Sunday with a one-stroke lead on five-under-par – only for Esther Henseleit to join her on that number by draining a monster birdie putt at the last and force a play-off in the most dramatic fashion.
Shiho then won with a par on the second play-off hole to secure the biggest victory of her career, and her maiden major title.
2026 AIG Women's Open
Japanese joy / Shiho Kuwaki wins the AIG Women's Open after dramatic finale
Early Bird Tickets to the 2027 AIG Women's Open
Missed out on joining the action at Royal Lytham & St Annes?
Be an early bird and book your tickets to next year's Championship at Royal St George's! Tickets are now on sale for the 2027 AIG Women's Open. Don't miss the championship's debut on the iconic links on the Kent coastline.
Adult tickets from £18, half-priced youth tickets (16-24 year olds) and KIDS (U16s) GO FREE.
Festival Village
There's something for everyone in our festival village, designed to generate a fun, vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
From big kids, to little kids, and those that are kids at heart, we've got a stellar line up of activities to keep the whole family entertained.
ROYAL LYTHAM & ST ANNES 2026
Past Champions
Some of the greatest golfers to pick up a club have won the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes:
2018: Georgia Hall
2009: Catriona Matthew
2006: Sherri Steinhauer
2003: Annika Sörenstam [pictured]
1998: Sherri Steinhauer
Who will join this illustrious list in 2026?
Last time out
England’s Georgia Hall reigned supreme the last time the AIG Women’s Open was staged at Royal Lytham & St Annes, in 2018.
A first British success since Catriona Matthew in 2009, this victory was made all the more special because Georgia’s dad Wayne was her caddie for the week.
A fantastic five-under-par final round helped Georgia finish two shots clear of Thailand’s Pornanong Phatlum to earn her a first major title.
