England's Charley Hull will begin her latest attempt to win her first major title when she tees off in the 50th Women's Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Anne's on Thursday. Hull's compatriot Lottie Woad will play with Andrea Lee from America and Japan's Akie Iwai in the opening two rounds. World number one Nelly Korda of the United States and Korea's Ryu Haeran play alongside New Zealand's Lydia Ko in the following group.
Charley Hull and Nelly Korda Seek Major Glory at Women's Open
UKPulse Sport DeskCharley Hull and Nelly Korda will play alongside other top golfers in the 50th Women's Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Anne's.
- Charley Hull will begin her latest attempt to win her first major title in the 50th Women's Open Championship.
- Nelly Korda and Ryu Haeran have both won two majors in 2026 and have the chance to become only the fifth women to claim three in a calendar year.
- The Women's Open will be held at Royal Lytham & St Anne's from Thursday, 30 July to Sunday, 2 August 2027.
Why this matters: The Women's Open is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world, and a win for Hull or Korda would be a significant achievement.
What this means for you: If you're a fan of golf, you can watch the Women's Open on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, or follow the action on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra.