The final round of the Ford Championship is set to take place today at Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona, where the best female golfers in the world are vying for a significant payday. With an overall purse of $2.25 million, the winner will walk away with a hefty $337,500. As the excitement builds, Lilia Vu leads the pack at 18 under par, closely followed by Charley Hull at 16 under par.
This year’s tournament has attracted a stellar field, including 19 of the world’s top 20 female golfers, 30 major champions, and 51 Olympians. Last year’s champion, Nelly Korda, is back in action after a seven-week hiatus but finds herself in a challenging position after finishing the third round at 11 under par, tied for 19th place.
Vu, who shot a solid 68 in the third round, has positioned herself as the frontrunner, two strokes ahead of Hull, who also managed a 68. The competition remains fierce, with Ayaka Furue and Nanna Koerstz Madsen tied for third at 15 under par. Five other golfers are tied for fourth at 14 under par, all eager to make a move on the final day of play.
Gabby Barker, a member of the Shoshone-Paiute tribe and the first female Native American professional golfer, made headlines despite not making the cut. Her presence at the event was significant, as she showcased her culture and brought attention to the representation of Native Americans in professional sports.
The final round is set to begin at 6 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on The Golf Channel. Fans can also catch the action through a live stream on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. As the golfers prepare for the final showdown, all eyes will be on Vu and Hull as they battle for the championship title.
With the T-Mobile Match Play scheduled for next week at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, this tournament serves as a critical step for many players in their quest for a strong season. The stakes are high, and the atmosphere is electric as the best in women’s golf look to finish strong.
The prize money distribution for the top finishers is as follows: second place will earn $207,286, while third place will take home $150,372. Fourth and fifth place finishers will receive $116,324 and $93,628, respectively. As the players tee off today, the anticipation is palpable, and the competition promises to be fierce.
Stay tuned for updates as the final round unfolds, and see who will emerge victorious at the Ford Championship.
