There is something special about championship golf at Hazeltine National Golf Club.

As we prepare to welcome the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, there is a sense of excitement and pride throughout our entire club. Hosting major championships is woven into the fabric of who we are. This championship marks our 15^th major event, our fifth PGA of America championship, and our fourth women’s major championship. It also brings the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship back to Hazeltine for the second time after a memorable week in 2019.

Over the years, Hazeltine has earned a reputation as one of the premier championship venues in the world, and we take tremendous pride in that distinction. We are accustomed to turning the golf course over to the PGA of America and allowing the world’s best players to showcase their talents on one of golf’s biggest stages.

This year, 156 of the finest women golfers on the planet will make their way to Chaska, Minnesota, all with the goal of capturing a major championship. The field is loaded with talent, storylines, and players capable of producing unforgettable moments.

One of the players everyone will be watching is Nelly Korda. She is already one of the most accomplished players in women’s golf and arrives with an opportunity to add another significant chapter to her remarkable career. Watching a player of her caliber compete for history at Hazeltine will be incredibly special. Moments like that don’t come around often, and if they happen here, they become part of the club’s legacy forever.

Of course, Hazeltine will demand every bit of skill these players possess. From the opening tee shot to the final putt, our golf course rarely gives players a chance to relax. The championship will likely be played between 6,500 and 6,700 yards depending on weather conditions, a distance that creates a fair but demanding test for the women.

Hazeltine has always been known for its rough, and that will once again be a defining characteristic of the championship. It is not just the fairway rough that creates challenges. The rough surrounding the greens can be equally punishing. Unlike courses that feature short-grass runoff areas, a missed green at Hazeltine often means the ball settles into thick grass. Players must rely on touch, creativity, and exceptional short-game skills to save par.

Accuracy will be critical throughout the week. Miss too many fairways and players may find themselves simply trying to advance the ball back into position. The rough has a way of becoming more difficult as the championship progresses, making precision and discipline essential ingredients for success.

When Hannah Green won the championship here in 2019 at nine-under par, she demonstrated the type of patient golf that Hazeltine rewards. Players do not need to force birdies around every corner. Making pars remains a valuable accomplishment on many holes. Those who capitalize on scoring opportunities while avoiding costly mistakes will likely find themselves in contention on Sunday afternoon.

The championship could very well be decided over Hazeltine’s closing stretch. The final six holes provide one of the most dramatic finishes in championship golf. Players will encounter a demanding long par-3, a birdie opportunity at the short par-4 14^th, and a lengthy par-5 that can create momentum swings. Then comes our signature 16^th hole, where water hazards, strategic shot-making, and potentially challenging winds can quickly change the leaderboard. Holes 17 and 18 offer no relief, especially with grandstands packed and spectators creating the electric atmosphere that only major championships can produce.

Beyond the competition itself, this championship is already making history. The corporate hospitality build is the largest in KPMG Women’s PGA Championship history, and ticket sales are tracking alongside some of the event’s most successful championships. The enthusiasm from fans, sponsors, and the local community has been incredible to see.

There is also added excitement because Hazeltine is preparing for another major moment in the future. With the Ryder Cup approaching in just a few years, this championship serves as an outstanding opportunity for fans to experience championship golf at Hazeltine and get a glimpse of what lies ahead.

Ultimately, we are simply thrilled to welcome the world’s best players and golf fans back to Hazeltine National. We hope for great weather, a packed leaderboard, dramatic finishes, and an unforgettable week that showcases everything that makes women’s golf and major championship golf so special. If you have been considering attending, this is your chance to witness greatness up close and become part of another memorable chapter in Hazeltine’s championship history.