The U.S. Women’s Open Championship is a prestigious event that has been held at various venues across the United States. In recent years, there have been few repeat visits to venues, making each championship unique and challenging for the players. Since 1995, only a handful of sites, including Pine Needles, Pumpkin Ridge, The Broadmoor, Blackwolf Run, and most recently, Lancaster Country Club, have hosted multiple championships. The 2024 U.S. Women’s Open field will be determined based on the Rolex Rankings released on May 27. Notably, 34 players in the upcoming field also competed in the 2015 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster.
Several prominent players in the current golf scene competed in the 2015 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster and have since made significant strides in their careers. Celine Boutier, an amateur at the time, missed the cut in 2015 but has since established herself as a force to be reckoned with in professional golf. Charley Hull, a rookie in 2015, tied for 42nd and has since achieved two top-10 finishes on tour. Minjee Lee, known for her exceptional ball-striking, missed the cut in 2015 but went on to win the 2021 U.S. Women’s Open.
Brooke Henderson, who shot a final-round 66 in 2015 to finish in fifth place, has continued to excel on the LPGA tour with three top-3 finishes this season. Hyo Joo Kim, who debuted in the U.S. Women’s Open in 2015, missed the cut but has since garnered several top-10 finishes on the LPGA and a victory on the Ladies European Tour. Xiyu Lin, after initial struggles at the USWO, has found success with three consecutive top-15 finishes in her recent appearances.
Lydia Ko tied for 12th in 2015 at Lancaster and has since accumulated multiple top-5 finishes in the championship. Megan Khang, who earned low-amateur honors in 2015, has secured four top-10 finishes in 11 U.S. Women’s Open appearances. Alison Lee tied for 26th in her rookie season in 2015 and has two top-10 finishes in major championships. Amy Yang finished second at Lancaster in 2015 and has an impressive record of eight top-10 finishes at the U.S. Women’s Open from 2010 to 2017.
Georgia Hall missed the cut in 2015 but has since gained valuable experience and success on the tour. Sei Young Kim tied for 42nd in her second USWO appearance in 2015 and has since amassed an impressive 12 LPGA victories. Ariya Jutanugarn, a rookie in 2015, missed the cut but went on to win five times the following year. Lexi Thompson finished in a share of 42nd at Lancaster and has had multiple top-5 finishes in the championship. Anna Nordqvist, with multiple major wins to her name, has yet to claim a U.S. Women’s Open title but has consistently performed well on tour.
In Gee Chun, the winner of the 2015 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster, secured victory in her championship debut by birdieing four of the last seven holes. Chun, now a three-time LPGA major champion, maintains strong ties to the Lancaster community. Danielle Kang, a two-time U.S. Women’s Amateur champion, tied for 47th in 2015 and has since achieved a top-10 finish in the championship. Brittany Lang, the 2016 U.S. Women’s Open champion, triumphed in a three-hole playoff following a controversial penalty.
These players represent a diverse and talented group of women who have competed at the highest levels in the U.S. Women’s Open Championship. Their journeys from their initial appearances to their current successes showcase their determination, skill, and resilience in the world of professional golf. As the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open approaches, fans can look forward to witnessing the next chapter in the careers of these exceptional athletes as they strive for victory on the grand stage of one of golf’s most prestigious events.
