average lpga tour drive

How Far LPGA Tour Players Hit Every Club In The Bag

The latest Trackman data reveals the average distances and speeds from shots hit on the LPGA Tour in 2023

• Sign up to Golf Monthly Newsletter Newsletter

LPGA Tour players have embraced new equipment, new technology and become physically stronger, allowing them to carry greater distances and hit longer shots with each club in the bag.

Back in the 1990s, power-hitters like Dame Laura Davies stood out from the crowd and in 1992 when the LPGA first started collecting driving distance stats, Davies’ 258.87 yards was 20 yards longer than the next longest hitter, Juli Inkster . To put this into context, in today’s modern era, Germany’s Polly Mack claimed the 2023 LPGA average driving-distance crown with 281.75 yards.

Other big-name players such as Lexi Thompson , Nelly Korda and Emily Pedersen have the ability to consistently bomb their drives around 280 yards. Of course, there have been so many advancements in technology, but Davies’ driving distance in her heyday would have ranked her 63rd on the list.

Over the past five to 10 years, most LPGA Tour players have seen their distances creep up. For example, in 2013, Spain’s Carlota Ciganda was driving the ball an average distance of 255 yards, but fast forward to 2023 and she’s gained over 10 yards with an average of 267 yards.

Six-time LPGA winner Celine Boutier is not one of the longest hitters, but compared to when she joined the LPGA Tour in 2017 and drove the ball on average 235 yards, she’s upped that distance to 253 yards.

In 10 years, Carlota Ciganda has gained over 10 yards in driving distance

The latest Trackman data shows that LPGA Tour players carry their drives 223 yards with a club-head speed of 96 mph, which encourages a ball speed of 143 mph and a maximum height of 26 yards off the ground. 

By comparison, PGA Tour players carry the ball 282 yards off the tee with a club-head speed of around 115 mph, a ball speed of 171 mph, which flies to a height of 35 yards. 

Get the Golf Monthly Newsletter

Subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter to stay up to date with all the latest tour news, equipment news, reviews, head-to-heads and buyer’s guides from our team of experienced experts.

As for female amateur golfers, and according to the latest Arccos data , they drive the ball 177 yards on average, which almost equates to the same carry distance of a female tour player’s hybrid, which is 178 yards.

In terms of 3-wood and 5-wood, female tour players averaged 200 yards and 189 yards, respectively, in 2023. A 4-iron is Charley Hull's favourite club, and while the LPGA Tour average for that club was 175 yards, the English woman is likely to send it way past that number with her equivalent.

There is minimal difference in the carry distance between a hybrid at 178 yards and 4-iron at 175 yards, but then the data shows consistent gapping of between 10-12 yards from a 5-iron at 166 yards down through the rest of the set to a PW, which these women carry around 111 yards.

Here are the LPGA Tour averages for you all as wellPerhaps this is more realistic for most players who the at a recreational level🙂 pic.twitter.com/HDbmTtZGWK May 2, 2024

HOW FAR DO LPGA TOUR PLAYERS HIT EVERY CLUB IN THE BAG?

Data: Trackman, 2024

Alison Root has over 25 years experience working in media and events, predominantly dedicated to golf, in particular the women’s game. Until 2020, for over a decade Alison edited Women & Golf magazine and website, and is now the full-time Women's Editor for Golf Monthly. Alison is a respected and leading voice in the women's game, overseeing content that communicates to active golfers from grassroots through to the professional scene, and developing collaborative relationships to widen Golf Monthly's female audience across all platforms to elevate women's golf to a new level. She is a 16-handicap golfer (should be better) and despite having had the fantastic opportunity to play some of the best golf courses around the world, Kingsbarns in Scotland is her favourite.

• Jonny Leighfield Staff Writer

Just like the popular Masters app, the LIV Golf Plus app has released a new feature that allows users to watch every shot from any player...

By Joel Kulasingham Published 22 June 24

Thompson is known as one of the best ball strikers in the women's game, but did you know that the irons she uses were released back in 2009? Here, we check them out!

By Matt Cradock Published 22 June 24

PGA Professional Emma Booth explains what you can learn from watching the world's best players in action

By Emma Booth Published 21 June 24

Ahead of the third women's Major of the year, PGA professional Emma Booth sums up why Charley Hull is a breath of fresh air on and off the golf course

By Emma Booth Published 19 June 24

Given an opportunity, our Golf Monthly contributors and experienced golfers give us an insight into how they would change their golf journey

By Carly Frost Published 18 June 24

Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins competed in a FlingGolf event. Here's her thoughts on the hype surrounding the newest sport to hit the fairways

By Katie Dawkins Published 17 June 24

Some of the world's best players will be competing in the innovative Aramco Team Series presented by PIF at the Centurion Club from Wednesday 3rd July to Friday 5th July 2024

By Elliott Heath Published 17 June 24

The breakout star of 2023 discusses the adjustments she's had to make ahead of her LPGA Tour comeback

By Alison Root Published 12 June 24

We identify the key factors women should consider when choosing a set of irons

By Carly Frost Published 12 June 24

PGA Professional Emma Booth put her pupil through her paces using four different training aids, so what's the verdict?

By Emma Booth Published 7 June 24

• Contact Future's experts
• Terms and conditions
• Privacy policy
• Accessibility statement
• Cookies policy
• Advertise with us

Golf Monthly is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site . © Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. All rights reserved. England and Wales company registration number 2008885.

GOLF CLUB DISTANCES: PGA Tour and LPGA Tour pros vs Men and Women

How much further do PGA Tour and LPGA Tour pros hit the ball compared to us amateur golfers? The average distances might surprise you. 

Ever wondered how much further a PGA Tour and LPGA Tour pro hits the ball compared to male and female amateur golfer? Well you will want to check out the latest shot data below, which higlights the average distance for each club in the bag. 

The following average distances for men and women and PGA Tour and LPGA Tour pros have been calcuated by The Golf Mentor , and they measured in yards.

AVERAGE DISTANCES FOR MEN

The three different yardages provided for each club below are based on the averages for short hitters, mid hitters and longer hitters.

DRIVER:  200, 230, 260  3-WOOD: 180, 215, 235 5-WOOD: 170, 195, 210 3-IRON: 160, 180, 200 4-IRON: 150, 170, 180 5-IRON: 140, 160, 170 6-IRON: 130, 150, 160 7-IRON: 120, 140, 150 8-IRON: 110, 130, 140 9-IRON: 95, 115, 130 PW: 80, 105, 120

AVERAGE DISTANCES FOR PGA TOUR PLAYERS

DRIVER:  289-323 3-WOOD: 243-304 5-WOOD: 230-288 3-IRON: 212-265 4-IRON: 203-254 5-IRON: 194-243 6-IRON: 183-229 7-IRON: 172-215 8-IRON: 160-200 9-IRON: 148-185 PW: 80, 105, 120

AVERAGE DISTANCES FOR WOMEN

DRIVER:  150, 175, 200 3-WOOD:  125, 150, 180 5-WOOD: 115, 135, 170 3-IRON: 100, 125, 160 4-IRON: 90, 120, 150 5-IRON: 80, 110, 140 6-IRON: 70, 100, 130 7-IRON: 65, 90, 120 8-IRON: 60, 80, 110 9-IRON: 55, 70, 95 PW: 50, 60, 80

AVERAGE DISTANCES FOR LPGA TOUR PLAYERS

DRIVER:  246-258 3-WOOD:  195-217  5-WOOD: 185-205 3-IRON: 180-192 4-IRON: 170-181 5-IRON: 161-173 6-IRON: 152-163 7-IRON: 141-154 8-IRON: 130-143 9-IRON: 119-132 PW: 107-121

How far do you hit the golf ball with each of your clubs? Are you above or below the averages highlighted above? Share your thoughts and comments over on our social media platforms - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter - or come and visit our GolfMagic YouTube Channel. 

Sponsored posts, latest news.

Latest Reviews

Golf Club Distance Charts By Age, Gender And Skill Level

Last Updated on January 9, 2024 by Matt Greene

How far should you hit the ball?

How do you compare to others?

It's always good to know that age, gender, and skillset are the biggest differentiators so you don't make unrealistic comparisons.

I did so much research on this article to bring you the most up to date information to help you quickly skim the tables and charts about golf distance.

My golf distance charts show the key elements that influence how far you can hit each golf club: 

• Swing speed
• Smash factor
• Quality and optimization of equipment

These factors are all heavily influenced by your physiology, skill, age and strength or flexibility levels. Very often, you can optimize each area, with some training or coaching or both.

Golf Club Distance Chart by Swing Speed

Swing speed is a major determining factor the golf club distances. It is not the only factor but if 100 people strike the ball the same, the fastest swings will carry the ball further.

• Most golfers are around 90 mph driver swing speed. 
• The average swing speed on the PGA Tour is around 114 mph. 
• 150 mph is the top range and only long drive competitors will be swinging toward this range.

NOTE: The swing speed at the top of each column is driver swing speed. We use this as a general gauge to estimate the distance of each club thereafter.

How do I swing the club faster?

You've compared yourself to the numbers in the chart but you want to hit it longer. Almost everyone does and there are 3 ways to swing the club faster:

• Get lessons on proper mechanics with a professional swing coach. They will utilize all your physiological elements and limitations to the maximum, as well as help you hit the ball in the center of the club face. You can add as much as 10 mph to your driver swing speed with correct technique.
• Get stronger and more mobile in the gym. Strength training plus mobility work with a trainer will increase your swing speed guaranteed. You will have a wider range of motion in your muscles and your strength will 100% translate into more speed. You can add 10-20mph to your swing depending on how advanced your strength and mobility currently is.
• Get lighter golf equipment fitted to your swing. Lighter shafts can help increase your swing speed 2-5 mph.

These are the only ways to improve swing speed but the MOST important factor is the coaching and practice so that you can HIT THE SWEET SPOT of the golf club. 

The center strike means you send as much energy into the ball as possible and we measure how well you hit the ball using the Smash Factor.

What is  Smash Factor ?

Smash Factor is ball speed divided by club speed.

For example: 150 mph ball speed / 100 mph swing speed = 1.50 Smash Factor

The number calculated gives a ratio to show how much energy is moved from the club head to the golf ball at impact.

Low Smash Factor numbers mean less energy is transferred, while higher Smash Factor numbers mean you send more energy from your golf club into the golf ball.

The optimum Smash Factor number for excellent ball striking with the driver is 1.50 Smash Factor.

Ideal Smash Factor for every club

The PGA Tour golfers are the best in the world so we can use their averages to assume the best smash factors in the world. If you can attain these smash factor numbers as stated by Trackman , you are striking the ball as good as you possibly can.

Note how the smash factor decreases as the loft increases.

Skill level affects smash factor 

Distance is affected by the swing speed but MAINLY the quality of the strike related to that swing speed.

In other words, how close to the center of the club face you hit the ball will determine how your swing speed power is transferred into the golf ball.

If you employ a swing coach, they will assist you in hitting the ball in the middle of the face, or closer to the middle.

That will take your existing swing speed and optimize it by being more efficient with where you hit the ball on the club. 

The measurement we use for the quality of your strike is called Smash Factor.

Equipment affects swing speed and smash factor

The pros on tour have optimized equipment to their specific technique and skill level as well as body shape and strength.

The same swing speed in a PGA Tour pro will send the ball much further than an amateur golfer of higher handicap who has a similar swing speed.

The PGA Tour players technique is perfect so if you and a Tour pro hit the ball the same, the pro would still hit the ball further because their equipment has been customized to their exact swing.  

A fitting can help to optimize your strength and swing for more distance.

Average Golf Club Distance For Male Golfers By Skill Level

From 'Good Golfer' onward, the 2 iron down to 5 iron should improve as confidence and technique improve, thus bringing more swing speed. 

Beginner Golfer:  New to the game - first 6-12 months.

Average Golfer:  15-24 handicap .

Good Golfer:  6-14 handicap.

Excellent Golfer:  Below 6 handicap.

Swing speed charts by age and gender

Swing speed is a vital factor in determining the distance you hit the ball.

The swing speed, with a strike near the middle of the club face makes the ball go further.

A poor strike with high swing speed will go less distance. 

A pro golfer swinging at the same speed as an amateur gets wildly different distance numbers because they hit the ball in the center of the face often. 

Therefore, if you want to improve your distance with the same swing speed, you can work on improving your strike closer to the middle of the face.

Average swing speed by age and gender chart

In this chart we show the 50th percentile driver swing speed for each gender and age range according to the research done by TPI .

Driver Swing Speed Chart by Golf Skill Level

Confidence and skill make a big difference when hitting the driver efficiently and out the sweet spot.

Beginners with a driver  will be more tentative and have less effective mechanics.

Mid handicappers will be more adept at the driver  because of experience or lessons.

Advanced golfers swing with confidence from hitting a lot of golf balls and taking lessons with a pro.

PGA Tour golfers have optimized every aspect of the game with the driver and are the very tip of the spear. 

Is a 250 yard drive good?

Yes it is very good.  According to Arccos  and Shotscope , between 15% and 31% of golfers hit 250 yards or more.

Here is a video of me breaking it down.

Ball Speed To Club Head Speed Chart for Driver

The ball speed off the driver face is dependent on the strike.

If your strike or Smash Factor is good, you will hit the ball further with your swing speed than the same speed with a bad strike.

Below, we take the club head speed and use a Smash Factor of around 1.42 which is 0.08 away from a perfect strike.

What swing speed hits 250 yard drives?

A swing speed of around 105 mph with the driver, and ball speed of around 150 mph  will produce a 250 yard drive.

Ball Speed To Club Head Speed for 7 iron

A 7 iron optimal smash factor is 1.33. That is the PGA Tour average.  Remember for the driver it is 1.50

The ball speed off the 7 iron is determined by the swing speed and smash factor.

As the clubs get shorter, the ideal smash factor actually changes.

What distance will you get from a 7 iron at every speed of swing?

What swing speed hits the 7 iron 150 yards?

A swing speed of around 76 mph with the 7 iron, ball speed of around 105 mph and dynamic loft of 21°  will produce a 150 yard carry shot.

Golf Club Distance Charts Other Important Factors

Every club has a different loft and more loft goes less distance, while less loft goes longer distance in combination with longer golf shafts. 

Driver usually goes furthest while the lob wedge around 60 degrees goes the shortest. 

The golf clubs of today go a lot further since the manufacturers started creating cavity back golf clubs in combination with lower lofts for the same clubs. 

Every club is between 2 and 5 degrees lower in loft in the current day, which automatically increases distance by up to 15 yards per iron compared to prior times. Driver lofts cannot get much lower as people will not be able to hit them. In order to hit a driver with a loft below 9 degrees, your swing speed needs to be incredibly fast. 

An important factor to note for slower swing speeds, is that a higher lofted fairway wood or higher lofted driver can actually GAIN you distance because low lofted clubs are harder to launch at slower swings. Most golfers should be playing fairway woods with a loft that does not go below 16 or 17 degrees . 

The club heads are bigger for all golf clubs in modern times with much larger sweet spots. With the addition of lighter shafts in both the irons and the woods, the ball speeds and swing speeds are higher as well. Check out our article on the flex of shafts in the current game. 

Golf Club Distance Charts of PGA Tour Golfers

Why are modern golfers longer than prior generations, physical fitness.

Most modern pros are in the gym multiple times per week and in the physio offices often. In prior generations during the Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus days, the pros were regular people who even used to enjoy a smoke and a drink on the course. 

Bryson Dechambeau is an example of someone who bulked up in order to hit it further and it made a big difference. The side effects of that can be disputed as he has slimmed down again.

Tiger Woods was one of the first modern day pros to begin working in the gym. His huge transformation to a big, strong guy inspired a whole new generation of golfers and now most up and coming pros are hitting the ball longer than even this generation of pros.

Club advancements

Lofts have changed and the lower lofts in irons will change how far the ball appears to go with the same 'number' iron.

A 7 iron from the 80s may have had 40° of loft while a current 7 iron can have as low as 28° of loft. That 12 degree difference makes a 20-30 yard difference in distance. 

The other important factor especially with the woods and drivers, is the materials of the clubs. The drivers now are lightweight titanium and carbon, with graphite shafts, optimized for huge distance.

That alone makes an astonishing difference when we compare to the old persimmon wooden clubs and heavy steel shafts.

The golf ball changed a lot with the release of the Pro V1. Golf balls just went further than ever before. 

They spin less, they go straighter and they have advanced to a point that the ruling authorities of golf want to make them go shorter to preserve the golf courses.

If the pros hit the ball too long, they need to extend the golf courses, and there is a lkmited amount fo land available. 

The balata golf ball is significantly shorter than the current urethane covered solid core golf balls they use today on the Tour. 

You can compare how you shape up against the average golfer, the senior golfer, the pro golfer and the advanced golfer. 

The key though is to understand your own game and your distances so you can more effectively plan your game and piece together a good golf score. When you fully understand and accept your distances that you hit the golf ball, you will score better.

For the pros and the advanced players, the distance they hit each club is not a matter of ego. It's a matter of 'which club gets the job done?' and they use that.

You can too, whichever distance you hit it.

What is The LPGA Average Driving Distance?

Make no mistake, the LPGA ladies can drive. The average driving distance is impressive and getting better all the time.

If you are wondering about the LPGA average driving distance, we have done a bit of research to bring you the facts.

Who is in the lead?

How has the lpga driving distance increased, how does distance compare to accuracy, how do the ladies compare to the men, lpga stats controversy or confusion, what does all this mean, a little more about the lpga.

The LPGA or Ladies Professional Golf Association has been going since 1950. It is the oldest professional women’s sports association. They are headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida, and feature local as well as international lady golfers.

A quick look on the LPGA site will show you the stats on the average driving distance for 2020 for the top 162 players.

Topping the list is Dutch golfer Anne van Dam. At 23 van Dam is relatively new to the LPGA and, according to association stats, she has an impressive average driving distance of 284 yards.

Next up is American Angel Yin at just under 282 yards.

The LPGA average driving distance leaderboard shows the top 162 players and at position 162, Louise Ridderstrom still has a respectable average of 240 yards.

While there are only 2 players averaging over 280 there are 21 with a 270 plus average and 67 that are 260 and above.

If you want to see how they do with the other clubs in their bag you can check it out here . They are fairly rough averages but will give you some idea.

In 2018, at the top was Yani Tseng with a distance of 275 yards and the previous year Canadian Maude-Aimee Leblanc lead with an average of 279 yards.

What is interesting to note is how volatile the rankings are. While there is a gradual but consistent increase towards the top of the leaderboard, the average distances overall increase fairly dramatically year on year.

In 2010, for example, there were only 13 ladies hitting more than 260 yards compared to 67 now.

Many of the leading ladies are young and early in their careers. You can expect the average to continue to grow, possibly at an even faster rate.

This video from a few years ago will give you some insights…

While it is great to hit far it is important that the drives are accurate. The LPGA site also gives stats on driving accuracy .

Top of the current LPGA driving accuracy leaderboard is American Dana Finkelstein.

While her average distance is just over 247 yards she has an 83.1-percent accuracy rate. She found 497 out of 598 fairways in the current stats.

Conversely, our current top hitter, Anne van Dam, has an accuracy of 64.6-percent.

What is important to understand is that both aspects are important and relevant. One is no good without the other so balance is critical.

The current PGA average driving stats show Cameron Champ to be in the lead with an average distance of 316.6 yards.

This is significantly further than the highest lady driver’s 284 average. The top 180 players on the PGA leaderboard all average more than 284 yards.

The trends also show an ongoing increase in the average driving distance for men in the PGA.

Some people following the stats have noticed an anomaly when comparing stats across different sites or platforms. Trackman, for example, puts the average a lot lower.

While the LPGA site does not specify, it does state “average driving distance.” This generally means the full distance the ball moves from the tee to where it lands. Other sites are quoting carry.

Carry is the distance a ball covers in the air and is measured as a straight line distance to the same height it was hit from.

One then has to adjust for height difference up or down. Players can improve their average driving distance depending on spin, launch angle and ball speed.

Two players with a similar carry could have a rather different average driving distance if one has optimized these factors and the other has not.

The LPGA ladies are quite good at optimizing what is necessary in order to maximize their potential.

The condition of the course, length of the frass, firmness of the ground, amount of or lack of water on the fairway, weather and other factors will also have a significant impact on the total distance a drive will roll.

The first point to note is there are a number of ways to measure and compare players and various external factors can also affect these statistics.

What is also relevant is that both men and women are constantly improving their average driving distance.

Lastly, while the top men do drive a lot longer than the top women, the ladies still have a significant and impressive average distance.

They will certainly put the average male golfer and even many of the better men to shame off the tee.

Nick is the founder of GolfSpan and an avid golfer. He's not quite a pro but has over 15 years of experience playing and coaching golfers worldwide. His mission is to bring the golfing community a better experience when it comes to choosing the right golf gear and finding the right setup for your game.

• Nick Lomas https://www.golfspan.com/author/nicklomas What Is A Birdie In Golf? Facts & Best Birdies in History
• Nick Lomas https://www.golfspan.com/author/nicklomas Bubba Watson WITB: What's In His Bag?
• Nick Lomas https://www.golfspan.com/author/nicklomas How Many Golf Lessons Should A Beginner Take? What's The Average For New Golfer?
• Nick Lomas https://www.golfspan.com/author/nicklomas Callaway Supersoft vs Chrome Soft: Tried & Tested For You

You might also like these

CONNECT WITH US

LPGA Tour player average distances: Driver, irons, wedges through the bag

The average LPGA Tour player doesn't hit their driver 300-plus yards. In fact, very few players on the LPGA hit any 300-yard drives. On average, an LPGA Tour player hits their ball longer than most recreational golfers, but their average distances are somewhat closer to how the average younger amateur experiences the game.

How far LPGA Tour players hit the golf ball with each club in their bag isn't an exact science, however. Every player is different, with a different swing, a different angle of attack, different swing speeds and more. Every situation -- off the tee, from the fairway or rough -- is different. So, we wanted to give you an idea of how far is far and how short is short among LPGA Tour players.

We'll take you through the bag to show you LPGA Tour players' average distances with their driver, irons and wedges.

Remember, these are general numbers that don't account for special late-in-tournament situations where a player may be particularly jacked with adrenaline and hit it farther than normal. It's also worth noting that there does appear to be a bigger spread in possible distances off the tee for LPGA Tour players compared to PGA Tour players.

Of course, elevation can affect how far the ball travels as well, though most LPGA events are not played at significant elevation.

LPGA Tour player average distances: Driver, irons, wedges

• Driver: 230-290 yards
• 3-wood: 190-260 yards
• 3-iron: 185-215 yards
• 4-iron: 170-200 yards
• 5-iron: 160-190 yards
• 6-iron: 150-175 yards
• 7-iron: 140-160 yards
• 8-iron: 135-155 yards
• 9-iron: 120-140 yards
• PW: 100-120 yards
• SW: 70-95 yards

About the author

Ryan Ballengee

Ryan Ballengee is founder and editor of Golf News Net. He has been writing and broadcasting about golf for nearly 20 years. Ballengee lives in the Washington, D.C. area with his family. He is currently a +2.6 USGA handicap, and he has covered dozens of major championships and professional golf tournaments. He likes writing about golf and making it more accessible by answering the complex questions fans have about the pro game or who want to understand how to play golf better.

Ryan talks about golf on various social platforms:

X or Twitter: https://twitter.com/ryanballengee Facebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolf Instagram: https://instagram.com/ryanballengee YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ryanballengeegolf

Ballengee can be reached by email at ryan[at]thegolfnewsnet.com

Ryan occasionally links to merchants of his choosing, and GNN may earn a commission from sales generated by those links. See more in GNN's affiliate disclosure.

What Is the Average Distance With Each Golf Club?

This golf club distance chart can help your game

• DESCRIPTION Golfer pulling driver out of club bag
• SOURCE woraput/E+
• PERMISSION Getty Images License

The average distance golfers hit each club varies widely. A PGA Tour player hits a 7-iron between 172-215 yards. Meanwhile, a short-hitting amateur male golfer averages 120 yards with the same club.

Average Golf Club Distance Chart

Here's how far mid-handicap male golfers can expect to hit each club. Of course, specific distances for each individual player will vary based on several factors, which we'll detail shortly. 

According to the USGA, golf’s governing body in the United States, the average male amateur golfer hits driver 217 yards , as recently as 2019. That same year, the PGA Tour average driving distance was 293.9 yards. Men, women, seniors, juniors, professionals, amateurs and beginners all hit their clubs different distances. The following golf club distance charts break down the average distances of golfers at many different levels of the game.

Key Factors to Achieve Distance

The total distance achieved by a golf club is based on several factors, including swing speed, the club’s loft, the carry distance achieved (Note: The carry distance is the yardage from the point of impact to the point of landing.), and even the weather.

Swing Speed

The faster your swing speed, the greater the distance. According to TrackMan , the average PGA Tour player has a driver club speed of 113 MPH, resulting in a 275 yard carry. Meanwhile, LPGA Tour players average 94 MPH with driver, and carry the ball 218 yards. 

Since we know that amateur male golfers hit driver an average of 217 yards, we can infer that average male golfers and LPGA Tour players have similar swing speeds, making the LPGA Tour average distances with each club a good benchmark for average amateur male golfers.

Each club face has a unique loft. For example, a driver is designed for distance and usually has only 8-13 degrees of loft. In comparison, a pitching wedge is designed to get airborne, with 41-46 degrees of loft .

How to Accurately Measure How Far You Hit Your Clubs

According to thegolfmentor.com , distances achieved by short, mid and long hitters can vary by as much as 50% depending on the club and the gender (see actual average distance ranges below). Men tend to have faster swing speeds and hit the ball farther. However, many women are long hitters, with some LPGA pros hitting the ball as far, or farther, than men.

Distance can be greatly affected by the weather conditions. Hitting a ball into a strong wind will greatly influence distance, and a dry golf course will give you more roll, and therefore more distance, than a soggy course.

Average Distances for Men

Average distances for senior tour players.

The Best Drivers for Senior Golfers in 2024

Average Distances for PGA Tour Players

Average distances for women.

The 9 Best Drivers for Women of 2023

Average Distances for LPGA Tour Players

Tip: chart your distances for all your clubs.

Keep track of your average golf stats and scores with GolfLink's personalized game tracker. Sign up for free and create yours now!

Go to the driving range and hit ten golf balls with each club. Keep track of the ten distances you achieve with each club. Repeat the charting monthly, or more frequently if you are actively working on your swing.

The distance achieved by a specific golf club will vary from player to player and from day to day based on the conditions. Tour distance information was compiled from stats on pgatour.com, lpga.com, TrackMan.com and golfwrx.com.

Most Popular Driver on LPGA Tour? Top 50 Player Guide (2021)

Written by Graeme Hay | Last Updated: 21/05/2024

This post contains affiliate links.

The game of golf seems to be obsessed with distance these days and when it comes to that topic the conversation typically moves swiftly to the biggest club the bag – the driver.

On the LPGA Tour the distances the top pros are hitting the ball off the tee continue to increase and at this current rate it seems it will not be long before the longest hitter on the LPGA Tour is averaging over 300 yards in driving distance.

But what drivers are most popular amongst the top professionals in the women’s game? To find out we took a detailed look at the driver each of the top 50 players on the LPGA Tour is carrying.

PING’s G425 LST is the most popular driver among the top 50 LPGA Tour players with 6 players choosing it. Titleist’s TSi3 is the next most used model while PING’s G410 Plus driver ranks 3rd. 26% of this elite group play a PING driver with TaylorMade and Titleist driver models being used by 16% and 14% respectively.

The make and model of any driver only tells us so much however and when we looked at the drivers being used by some of the best players in the women’s game it was interesting to see the multitude of different shafts being used and the variance in lofts chosen by the different players.

What was also fascinating to note was that despite all the focus on distance in the modern game two time major champion and former world number 1 – Ariya Jutanugarn – chooses not to carry a driver at all!

Breakdown of Drivers Used by Top 50 LPGA Tour Players

Even just a cursory glance at the average driving stats of the LPGA Tour quickly highlights that the same trend can be seen in the professional women’s game as in the men’s.

The distances the top pros are hitting the ball is steadily increasing and while the great Laura Davies topped the driving charts in 1993 with an average distance of 254 yards such a distance would barely scrape her into the top 100 longest hitters on the LPGA Tour today.

The advances in golf technology, specifically with the driver, has been a significant factor in this increase in average driving distances and when it comes to the elite of the women’s professional game and the top 50 LPGA Tour players it is no surprise to find the majority of them using the latest models from the top manufacturers.

In total we discovered 29 different models of drivers being used by the top 50 players on the LPGA Tour with PING’s G425 LST being the most popular and 6 players choosing it. Indeed PING drivers proved to be the most popular brand also with 13 of the top 50 using their driver models.

The major brands of PING, Titleist, TaylorMade and Callaway dominate the drivers used by the top 50 LPGA players but it is interesting to note that PXG is a far more used brand of driver on the LPGA Tour compared to the PGA Tour with 6 of the top 50 using one.

As with the men’s game however when you look in detail at the drivers being used by the top women pros the fact that they use the same model of driver does not tell the full story as the similarities often stop there with individual players choosing different set ups that suit their swing and game best.

As a result the shaft, loft and lie angle combinations rarely match between different players.

For example even though 6 of the top 50 LPGA Tour players use a PING G425 LST driver not one of those setups matches the other when you take into account the shaft, loft and lie angle choices.

“My ball flight is a bit high so the TSi3 performs better than TSi2 .” So Yeon Ryu, Titleist LPGA Tour player

It is also interesting to note when it comes to looking at the drivers selected by the top 50 LPGA players that former world no.1 Ariya Jutanugarn is excluded from such an analysis.

And the simple reason for this is that she does not actually carry a driver in her golf bag.

Ariya Jutanugarn’s decision not to carry a driver is a fascinating one and indeed triggered her ascent to world no.1. After a string of missed cuts in 2016 her caddie pleaded with her to take her driver out of the bag and after agreeing to do so she moved to be ranked no.1 in the world the following year in 2017.

While today Jutanugarn uses her driver in some practice rounds she has never returned to putting it back in the bag for competitive rounds for the simple reason that she does not feel accurate enough with her driver preferring instead to hit 3-woods and 2-irons off the tee.

And even with this change she still ranks just outside the top 40 for average driving distance on the LPGA Tour so it doesn’t seem to be affecting her too much!

Here is a complete breakdown of the drivers used currently by the top 50 players on the LPGA Tour in the table below.

[Note – if you are interested in checking out how the driver set of the top 50 LPGA players compares to their colleagues on the PGA Tour check out our analysis of the drivers used by the top 100 PGA Tour players here .]

What Driver Shaft Do Most LPGA Players Use?

When it comes to driver shaft choice the top professionals in the world are often very particular when it comes to their preference and the top 50 players on the LPGA Tour are no different.

Not all the individual driver shaft data is available for this elite group with details of the shafts being used by the 21 not being available but for the remaining 28, excluding Ariya Jutanugarn who does not use a driver, we found the following.

As a whole the most common driver shaft flex used by the top 50 LPGA Tour players is stiff. Nelly & Jessica Korda, Nasa Hataoka and Lizette Salas all play stiff driver shafts while Brooke M Henderson chooses to use an extra stiff shaft in her driver. 4 players including Inbee Park choose a regular driver shaft flex.

Driver shaft weights amongst the top 50 vary between 50g and 68g with the most common being 65g and chosen by 5 players in the data set available. Indeed Nelly Korda chooses a 65g driver shaft in the Graphite Design Tour AD IZ 6 S shaft she uses in her Titleist TSi1 driver.

In total we found 32 different driver shaft models being used by the top 50 LPGA Tour players with Graphite Design’s Tour AD IZ 6 S shaft being the most popular. Graphite Design is also the most used driver shaft brand followed by Fujikura with 11 users and Mitsubishi shafts with 6 players choosing them.

While Graphite Design’s Tour AD IZ 6 S shaft is its most popular model according to the data available Fujikura’s Ventus and Speeder Evolution ranges of shaft find the most favour among their users.

When it comes to Mitsubishi’s range of driver shafts we found one player each using the following models – KURO KAGE Black 55 R, Tensei CK Pro White 60 S, Tensei CK Pro White 50 S, Diamana BF 60 S, Diamana BF 60 R and Diamana DF 50 R.

What Driver Loft Do LPGA Players Use?

Professional golfers are very precise with their equipment and when it comes to driver loft different players will choose different degrees of driver depending on their swing, how they want to flight the ball in play and also on the conditions.

Modern golf technology also makes it much easier now for players to alter the loft of their drivers and when it comes to looking at the driver set up of the top 50 LPGA players it is clear most of them take advantage of the preciseness modern drivers afford them.

Driver lofts used by the top 50 LPGA players range from 8 up to 11 degrees. The most common driver loft is 9 degrees with 17 players choosing that degree of driver. 10.5 degrees is the next most used loft with 11 golfers opting for that degree of driver with another 5 players each choosing 9.5 and 10 degree drivers.

When looking at the choices of driver loft selected by the best players on the LPGA Tour it was noticeable that there was less variance compared to their male colleagues but it is of course common for the top pros to change the loft of their driver depending on the latest course they are playing.

Below is a breakdown of driver lofts currently used among the top 50 LPGA Tour players.

Other top articles related to this topic:

• What Clubs do LPGA players use? Top 50 Player Breakdown
• What Irons Do LPGA Players Use? Top 50 Pros Analysis
• What Golf Balls Do LPGA Players Use? Top 50 Player Breakdown
• Why Don’t Pros Use Coloured Golf Balls? It’s Not Black and White
• Do Golf Pros Wear Metal Spikes? But They are Banned!
• What Clubs Do Pro Golfers Use? Top 100 PGA Tour Player Guide
• What Drives the Senior Tour Pros? Most Popular Driver on Champions Tour
• From Tee to Green: Analyzing What Golf Balls Champions Tour Pros Use
• Should Your Driver Match Your Woods? Don’t Waste Your Money!
• Should Beginners & High Handicappers Use a Driver? Yes & Yes
• What Driver is Most Used On the PGA Tour? Top 100 Player Analysis
• How Do Pros Hit the Ball So Far? It’s Not About the Equipment
• How Often Do Pros Hit Driver? Not As Much As You Think!
• How Far Should You Hit a Driver? FULL GUIDE By Age, Handicap etc.
• What Determines Driver Distance? Skill Triumphs Over All!
• The PGA Tour’s Rising Driver Ball Speeds Mean One Thing – $$

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

RECENT ARTICLES

What Golf Balls Do LPGA Players Use? They’re Not Very Lady Like! (2024 update)

Behind Every Stroke: The Most Popular Putter on Champions Tour (2024)

Champions Hybrid Heroes. Most Used Hybrids by Champions Tour Pros (2024)

The Go-To Fairway Woods of Senior Tour Champions (2024)

Flexible Friends: Uncovering the Shafts Champions Tour Players Use (2024)

LEGAL INFORMATION

This site is owned and operated by Golfing Focus Limited, a private limited company whose registered office is in London, UK. Golfing Focus Limited is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees (at no cost to you) by linking to Amazon.com. Golfing Focus Limited also participates in other affiliate programs with the eBay Partner Network, FlexOffers, CJ.com, Svorn and other sites and is compensated for referring traffic and business to these companies (again at no cost to you).

Our Socials

Discover How Far LPGA Players Drive The Ball: An In-depth Analysis

• November 1, 2023

How Far Do LPGA Players Drive the Ball: A Comprehensive Look

The game of golf is not just about the finesse and strategy involved but also about the power and distance one can achieve, especially off the tee. In the professional realm, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) showcases some of the best talents in women’s golf. The driving distance of LPGA players is a testament to their skill, strength, and technique. In this article, we delve into the specifics of how far LPGA players drive the ball, and how it compares to their male counterparts in the PGA.

Average Driving Distance of LPGA Players

• 2023 Average: The average driving distance for LPGA players in 2023 stood at 252.3 yards . This is an increase from previous years, indicating the upswing in physical conditioning and technique among female professional golfers​.
• Player Variance: The driving distance can vary significantly among different players. For instance, Anne van Dam, a notable player in the LPGA, had an impressive average driving distance of 284.5 yards in 2023​.
• Comparison with PGA: When compared to the male professional golfers in the PGA, there is a notable difference. The average driving distance on the PGA Tour was around 296.4 yards , showcasing the physical differences and also perhaps the different focuses in training and conditioning between the two tours​​.

Factors Affecting Driving Distance

The driving distance in golf is influenced by several factors. Here are a few key elements:

• Technique: A proper swing technique is crucial for achieving maximum distance. The coordination between the hands, legs, and torso, along with a smooth, powerful swing, can significantly impact the driving distance.
• Equipment: The type of club used, especially the driver, along with its specifications like loft, shaft flex, and material, can affect the distance the ball travels.
• Physical Conditioning: Strength, flexibility, and overall fitness play a vital role in how far a player can drive the ball. Professional golfers often have tailored fitness regimes to enhance their driving distance.
• Ball Type: The construction and material of the golf ball also play a role in how far it can be driven. Different balls have varying characteristics that can either enhance or hinder driving distance.

Evolution of Driving Distance in LPGA

The driving distance among LPGA players has seen a gradual increase over the years. This is partly due to the advancements in equipment technology, better understanding of golf biomechanics, and improved physical conditioning of the players. The trend is expected to continue as more emphasis is placed on power and distance in the modern game.

Comparison with PGA Players

One of the intriguing aspects of professional golf is the comparison of driving distances between LPGA and PGA players. The disparity in driving distance is often a topic of discussion among golf enthusiasts and analysts.

• Average Driving Distance Disparity: The average driving distance on the PGA Tour was around 296.4 yards, as compared to the LPGA average of 252.3 yards in 2023​. This difference of over 40 yards is significant in the professional golf realm, showcasing the variance in physical prowess between male and female golfers.
• Physiological Differences: Men generally have greater muscle mass and physical strength, which contribute to longer driving distances. The swing speed generated by PGA players tends to be higher due to these physiological advantages.
• Equipment Differences: Both LPGA and PGA players have access to state-of-the-art golf equipment. However, the customization of this equipment, such as the loft and shaft flex of the drivers, may be tailored differently to suit the physical attributes and swing mechanics of male and female players.

How LPGA Players are Bridging the Gap

The LPGA and its players have been diligently working to bridge the driving distance gap. Through focused training, equipment optimization, and technological advancements, notable strides have been made.

• Focused Training: Many LPGA players have incorporated specialized strength and conditioning programs aimed at increasing their driving distances. Training regimes often focus on enhancing core strength, flexibility, and swing mechanics.
• Equipment Optimization: Players work closely with equipment manufacturers to tailor their drivers and other clubs to optimize for distance. Advances in golf club technology have also played a part in helping LPGA players achieve longer drives.
• Technological Advancements: The infusion of technology in training, such as the use of golf simulators and swing analysis software, has provided valuable insights that help players improve their driving distance.
• Notable Achievements: Players like Anne van Dam, with an average driving distance of 284.5 yards, are setting new standards and inspiring other players to push their limits​​.

The golf course is a testament to the blend of technique, strength, and strategy, with driving distance being a crucial element of the game. The evolution in LPGA driving distance is a reflection of the broader development within women’s golf, marking an exciting era for the sport.

The insights into the LPGA vs PGA driving distance , the golf equipment used, and the golf training methodologies adopted highlight the multidimensional approach towards improving LPGA driving distance . The LPGA driving distance improvement is a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence by these athletes, making the LPGA players driving distance a fascinating aspect to follow in the sport of golf.

Mark Perry: Editor-in-Chief of Golf News Nation Mark Perry, with 15 years in sports journalism, is the latest addition to Golf News Nation, bringing deep experience despite only starting golf in 2021. His fresh love for the game complements his expertise in sports analysis, offering a novel perspective to golf journalism. Even as a new golfer, Mark's dedication to providing insightful, factual, and engaging content is unwavering. He adeptly blends respect for golf's traditions with an understanding of its evolving aspects. At Golf News Nation, he's become instrumental in nurturing a community for golfers of all levels. Mark's passion for the sport and commitment to its community enriches his writing, ensuring a broad appeal to all golf enthusiasts. EMAIL: [email protected] Quote from Mark Perry "Despite my recent introduction to golf, my years in sports journalism allow me to blend a fresh enthusiasm with deep analytical insight, enriching the golfing narrative for enthusiasts at every level." ""

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

More in LPGA Tour

LPGA Star Gaby Lopez Shines in Tournament of Champions After Dream Honeymoon

3 Key Points Gaby Lopez returns to LPGA play with strong opening at Lake...

Brooke Henderson Set to Defend Title at Tournament of Champions

3 Key Points: Brooke Henderson aims to repeat her success at the Hilton Grand...

LPGA Tour’s Season Opener at Lake Nona: Stars Align for Tournament of Champions

3 Key Points LPGA Tour season kicks off with stars like Lydia Ko at...

LPGA Season Launch: Tournament of Champions First-Round Groupings

3 Key Points The LPGA Tour season begins with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament...

Search site

Worldmetrics report 2024, average drive distance lpga statistics.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

With sources from: lpga.com, golfdigest.com, golfchannel.com, progolfnow.com and many more

Statistic 1

"The longest recorded drive on the LPGA during the 2021 season was 320 yards"

Statistic 2

"From 2018 to 2021, average driving distance on the LPGA increased by 5.7 yards"

Statistic 3

"The average drive distance on the LPGA Tour in 2021 was approximately 256 yards"

Statistic 4

"The shortest hitters on the LPGA Tour still average over 230 yards"

Statistic 5

"The average driving distance of LPGA rookies tends to be higher, around 258 yards"

Statistic 6

"The average clubhead speed for LPGA pros is around 100 mph, contributing to longer drive distances"

Statistic 7

"Paula Creamer ranked 95th in driving distance on the 2020 LPGA Tour with an average of 246 yards"

Statistic 8

"The player with the shortest average drive distance in 2021 on the LPGA was 220 yards"

Statistic 9

"The top 10 percent of all LPGA players drive 10 percent farther than the tour average"

Statistic 10

"The average driving distance at the LPGA major championships is slightly less than the season average at about 254 yards"

Statistic 11

"The average LPGA golfer's driving distance is shorter than the average PGA golfer by about 40-50 yards"

Statistic 12

"The average swing speed for an LPGA Tour player is around 94 mph, correlating with their average driving distances"

Statistic 13

"The average driving distance on the LPGA Tour has increased by approximately 10 yards over the past decade"

Statistic 14

"Michelle Wie had the longest recorded average drive distance for a year on the LPGA, with a previously recorded average of just over 280 yards"

Statistic 15

"In 2018, Lexi Thompson averaged 279.6 yards off the tee, one of the highest on the tour"

Statistic 16

"Anne van Dam led the LPGA Tour in driving distance in 2020 with an average of 290.6 yards"

Statistic 17

"On par-5 holes, LPGA players average longer drives, often approaching or exceeding 260 yards"

Statistic 18

"The average carry distance (excluding roll) for LPGA drives in 2021 was around 240 yards"

Statistic 19

"During the 2020 season, Ariya Jutanugarn averaged 273.6 yards per drive"

Statistic 20

"In 2019, the average drive distance on the LPGA Tour was 253 yards"

Interpretation

golfdigest.com

golfchannel.com

progolfnow.com

golfstat.com

trackmangolf.com

golfwrx.com

golfswingsystems.co.uk

trackman.com

Browse More Statistic Reports

Pharmaceutical desiccant industry statistics, average bodybuilder height statistics, ai in the nike industry statistics, diversity in the poultry industry statistics, langston university acceptance rate statistics, average quad size male statistics, hollywood industry statistics, technology in operations management statistics, garlic growth duration statistics, average height for 11 year old female statistics, average temperature in antigua statistics, most reliable toyota statistics.

Trackman Tour Averages

At Trackman, we're dedicated to providing the most accurate and up-to-date data to enhance your golfing experience. That's why we're excited to announce the release of our new Tour Averages, reflecting the latest insights from leading professional golf tours.

How We Gathered the Data

Our team has been hard at work collecting data from a wide range of pro players, utilizing Trackman technology to capture every swing and shot with precision.

Explore the New Tour Averages

Discover the latest numbers for both PGA and LPGA Tours, now presented in a redesigned format for easy reference. To see how the game has progressed over time, check out this link to see what’s changed compared to the last Tour Averages.

What's Changed Since Last Time

Since Trackman last revealed the Tour Averages, certain areas of the game have changed. When driving, for instance, players are now hitting further, with greater ball speed and less spin rate. See how your figures compare to the pros.

The Impact of Trackman

Trackman's role in driving performance gains cannot be understated. From influencing club manufacture to revolutionizing training methods and making data more accessible, Trackman continues to shape the future of golf.

Stay Informed

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, Trackman is here to help you reach new heights on the course. So stay tuned for more updates and insights from Trackman as we continue to push the boundaries of golf technology.

Get the New Tour Assets

The updated Tour Averages data is available for download here in various formats (incl. in meters or yards), whether you're a coaching professional or simply want them handy on your phone when you're on the range.

Key Insights:

Male data is captured across 40+ different events and 200+ different players.

Data is captured at both PGA TOUR and DP World Tour events with majority coming from PGA TOUR events.

Female data is captured across 30+ different events and 150+ different players.

Data is captured at both LPGA and LET events with majority coming from LPGA events.

Averages are based on data from competition as well as on the range.

There are multiple processes in place to eliminate shots hit with a non-driver during competition.

There could be a small number of non-driver shots in the dataset (less than 0.5 percent).

Official stat holes are picked going in opposite directions to reduce any effects from wind.

Search Golf Compendium

Golf compendium, yearly driving distance leaders on the lpga tour.

Popular posts from this blog

2024 masters tournament winner and final scores.

Ryder Cup Captains: The Full List

24 Famous Golfers Who Were Photographed in the Nude

Average Distance

Average Driving Distance versus Carry and Good Shots for Men and Women

Male Golfer Average driving distance by age

Female Golfer average  driving distance by age

Try our simulator now

Average Driver Distance (Amateur Golfers to the PGA Tour Pro)

By Coach Erik Schjolberg – Jan 7, 2024

*Read our review guidelines .

How many times have you heard the 30 something weekend warrior say they hit their drives 300 yards? Better yet, how shocked were you when you first saw how far you actually hit it off the tee?

You’re not alone.

Key Takeaways

• The average male amateur drive distance is 217 yards
• Average distance on PGA tour is 293 yards
• 70% of amateur golfers average less than 250 yards off the tee
• Golfers 50 and younger average 238-220 yards off the tee
• Senior golfers average 211 yards with driver
• Consistent contact will improve distance just as much as speed
• Handicaps above 28 average 177 yards
• Single digit handicaps (5-9) average 231 yards off the tee

Most people are looking at their drives with rose colored glasses. The average driver distance for amatuers might shock a lot of you. Through recent studies, it is found that the average drive distance for male amateurs is just 217 yards!

For perspective, would it surprise you that the average drive distance on the PGA tour is less than 300 yards? On tour, the average distance off the tee is 293 yards.

Here I will break down the subsections that create that yardage of 217, to better explain how the number is so much lower than a lot of players think they hit it.

Average Drive Distance for Amatuer Golfers

Amateur golfers of all ages and skill levels average a driving distance of 217 yards. Less than you thought? Probably. But that is why amateurs are amateurs, and touching 300 yards off the tee is such a feat.

Two point list data collection products on the market are Arccos and Shot Scope. Their datasets should offer different insights to the driver distance game. If you are using one of these tools, you must be a serious golfer, and thus have more serious drives.

Arccos Average Driver Distance Report

Arccos Swing Caddie is a popular distance tracking system. It involves inserts at the butt of the club, and communicates with your smartphone to track the distances of each hit.

Each year Arccos releases a distance report. It compiles data of over 516,000,000 recorded shots! That is an incredible data set! For the driver section, Arccos only takes data from players who hit driver at least 60 times in the calendar year.

With that requirement, Arccos found that out of 29,466,594 shots with driver, the average distance was 219.4 yards. Slightly longer than the 217 average.

This is because a player using Arccos is a slightly more committed golfer than someone who only plays a few times a year, and has no interest in such data collection.

Shot Scope Driver Distance Chart

Shot Scope is another popular distance tracking product that operates similar to Arccos. Inserts in the butt of the grip, app on the phone, and Shot Scope also has a watch.

Shot Scope pooled all of their logged distances off the tee, and found that their users average 225 yards off the tee. This is nearly 10 yards further than the total average of 217.

This is also because tech like Shot Scope tends to attract lower handicappers and longer hitters. Shot Scope also found that 70% of amateurs average less than 250 yards off the tee.

This offers incredible insight into the distance game. Shot Scope has also found that driver averages vary between handicap and age. Furthermore, they found that as age increases, distance decreases, and it causes the handicap to go up.

Average Golf Driving Distance by Age

As you can imagine, age has a major impact on distance off the tee. Throughout the entire bag really. This is because distance is all about swing speed.

As you get older, your flexibility and strength decrease, and those are speed killers. Golfers from 20-30 years old average 238 yards off the tee. That is 20 yards further than the overall average.

From 30-40 years old, the average driving distance drops to 231. Still above the average, but trending downward. Even at ages 40-50 years old, the average driving distance is still above the 217 average at 220 yards.

So if those age groups are above the average, 20-50 years old, how is it possible the average is just 217 yards? This is because a large portion of the golf community is over the age of 50.

For senior golf , ages 50-60, the average driving distance drops to 211 yards, and below 200 when you get above 60 at 196 yards. With 26% of golfers above the age of 60, their numbers tend to drive the overall average.

Driver Distance by Swing Speed

It’s a pretty simple formula; Speed = Distance. There are nuances, of course, like launch angle, spin, ball quality, elevation, wind, etc. that can affect driving distance, but the fact remains.

The faster you swing, the farther it will go. Things like strength, flexibility, and lag can increase speed, and not having those things can decrease speed.

It has been found that swing speed not only affects distance, but also handicap. It might be surprising, but it’s pretty simple. Swing faster, hit it further, and you are closer to the green.

Player A hitting a short iron approach shot will have more accurate results than Player B needing a mid to long iron on the same hole. They don’t call short irons “scoring clubs” for the heck of it!

The average driver distance for someone with a 60mph swing speed is just 157 yards. If you struggle with this, check out our recommendation for the best driver for slow swing speed .

Conversely, the Tour Pro swing speed average of 113mph garners 293 yards.

The average male amateur swing speed with driver is 93mph. At that swing speed, with consistent contact, the total driving distance is around 246 yards. So how is the average for amateurs only 217 yards?

Again, the answer is simple, consistent contact. An amateur tends to make strikes all over the face, and rarely the center. Consistent center contact can add nearly 30 more yards of distance!

So yes, speed equals distance, but there is something to be said about dropping the DeChambeau speed training, and working on consistent contact!

What are the Average Golf Drive Distance Differences Between Men and Women?

The average driving distance between men and women is mostly because of size and strength, but did you also know that the average men’s driver is 10.5°, while the average women’s driver is 12°?

That increase in loft certainly has an impact on driving distance. The higher loft does however make it more forgiving and easier to hit in the air. The difference in distance between men and women is fairly significant, but as stated before, skill plays a huge role, and narrows the gap.

The average driving distance for men is 217 yards, and the average driving distance for a female golfer is 148 yards. A difference of 69 yards. However, as the handicap lowers, as does the difference between men and women.

Average Driving Distance by Handicap

• Consistent contact
• Solid swing mechanics

Sure, two players with the same level of skill, the one who swings faster hits it farther, but the gap isn’t nearly as great as two players 10 handicap points apart.

If you’re a new golfer, first off, check out beginner golf tips to get started; or you carry a handicap above 28, meaning you shoot 100+ every round – the average driver distance is 177 yards. This is mainly because the ball rarely finds the center of the face, and a swing path that causes a slice/hook.

With some practice and hard work, possibly getting a high handicap driver , and lowering the handicap into the 20s, the average driver distance gets close to breaking 200 yards at 195. Again, the main culprit is consistent contact and swing path.

It isn’t until handicaps are in the teens before 200 yards is broken off the tee. Handicappers 10-19 average 215 yards with the big stick.

Single digit handicap players (5-9) average 231 yards off the tee, which can be a surprising figure, but a 5-9 handicap is a lot farther from scratch than you think. That being said, reaching single digit handicap is quite the accomplishment, and takes a lot of hard work.

A sub 5 handicap player averages 250 yards off the tee. That is a 73 yard difference compared to a high handicap player. That puts a 9 iron in the hands of a low handicapper compared to a 3 iron/hybrid left for a higher handicap player.

The lower handicap player will also likely be in the short grass versus the higher handicapper likely in the rough or worse. They say “drive for show and putt for dough” but looking at it this way, you need the show to get the dough!

Average PGA Tour Drive Distance vs LPGA Tour

At the Tour level, PGA pros average 293 yards off the tee. LPGA pros average 256 yards with the driver. That is only a difference of 37 yards.

Yet another example that skill is just as important as speed. The difference between PGA and LPGA driver distance is nearly half that of total driver average for all men and women.

The longest player on the LPGA Tour, Emily Kristine Pedersen, averages a whopping 281 years off the tee. That is 25 yards above the average.

On the PGA Tour, the longest driver average crown belongs to Cameron Champ. He averages 322 yards from the tee box! Average! That’s nearly 30 yards farther than the total average.

Golf Driving Distance Benefits

Why hit the ball farther? Is it fun? Sure. Impress your playing partners? Absolutely. The real answer is, lower scores.

If you hit the ball farther, and more accurately, you will have shorter clubs into the green, and that increases your chance at birdie.

If you can hit the ball farther, par 5s become real scoring opportunities. On the PGA tour, the average score on par 5s is significantly lower than par 3s and 4s. This is because a long drive gives you a chance to reach the green in two, and a look at eagle or two putt birdie.

Golf is all about scoring, and scoring as low as possible. Longer drives usher in those scoring opportunities, and give you options at every hole.

Average Driver Carry Distance vs Total Distance

When talking about averages off the tee, the total distance number is the number that is used. The average total distance for male golfers is 217 yards. The average carry distance is 197.

That means the average roll out is 20 yards. This is important to keep in mind. For example, you are on the tee and see there is a hazard 200 yards from the tee box.

One may think “oh I hit the ball 217 yards, I don’t need to worry about that!” You certainly do! Not knowing your carry distance will get you a water hazard penalty , and cost you strokes.

How Far Should I Hit My Driver?

The fundamentals of driver distance.

Hitting a driver, and how far it goes, is affected by many variables. Attack angle, swing speed, swing arc, optimum driver launch angle , and impact position all can increase or decrease your distance.

Unlike iron shots, the driver should make contact with the ball on an upward angle. Hitting the ball at a downward angle will increase backspin, and zap distance worse than anything.

Optimal Driving Distances

The optimal driving distance varies between age group and skill level. A younger player or lower handicap should hit the ball further, making optimal driving distance 230 yards and up.

As age increases or skill level decreases, you need to manage expectations off the tee. Any drive over 200 yards should be considered a win. Finding the short grass even more so!

Tips to Increase Driving Distance

You need to learn how to hit a driver the right way . Here are a few tips:

1. Find the Sweet Spot (improve your impact location)

Center contact is going to get you the best results. Drivers are designed to pack the most punch at the center of the face. The “sweet spot” is not a myth. Improving your impact consistency will help you gain distance more than a few miles an hour swing speed!

2. Hit Up on the Golf Ball (tee height and attack angle)

Angle of attack reduces spin, increases drive height, and greatly improves distance. Keeping your trail shoulder down, and “hit up” as a swing thought will do wonders for your club head position at impact.

Finding the optimal tee height will help get to the proper attack angle, and create distance. A higher tee height should help reduce backspin, which also improves distance. Lower tee height will effectively create the opposite effect.

3. Increase Club Speed

This one is an easy one. The faster you swing, the farther it will go, right? Sure, but without a proper swing path, more speed could accentuate a swing flaw.

Killer slice? With 10mph more swing speed, that banana ball will just get worse. Although swing speed is important, as is a repeatable swing. That shouldn’t deter you from increasing your swing speeds though!

4. Know Your Data

Knowing your metrics is important throughout the game of golf, but arguably most important off the tee. Knowing your carry distance, total distance, spin rates, launch angle, and impact position can help you improve your game.

This will also help you track improvements in your game, or find where you are lacking. Having access to these metrics and data is more accessible now more than ever, and should be utilized whenever possible.

5. Use a Distance Golf Ball

Some balls are geared more towards control and spin around the greens, while others are designed more for getting the most distance down the fairway. Some are kind of in the middle. Check out our list of the best golf balls for distance if you’re looking to squeeze out some more yardage off the tee.

Final Thoughts

Unpacking all this information about driving distances is truly eye opening, and important to everyone’s game. It’s not just for the pros anymore!

It is very easy to overestimate your distance off the tee, and it doesn’t do you any favors. I think most of you will find peace in knowing the average distance off the tee is 217 yards.

You see the pros on TV hitting 5 iron that far, and assume there is no way you are that far behind. Although none of us think they can throw a fastball like Justin Verlander, or a football as far as Patrick Mahomes, so why would you be able to hit the ball as far as Rory?!

The common thread throughout this in depth look is that consistent contact is just as important as swing speed. Hitting up on the ball, finding center contact, and a stable face will get the ball going straight.

Until you get those fundamentals down, swing speed should be secondary. Hit up, consistent contact! The ball will do the rest!

How far does the average golfer drive the ball?

The average golfer drives the ball 217 yards on average. This is taking into account all ages and handicaps.

How far is a good drive in golf?

A good drive in golf is a loaded question. A lot of factors play into what makes a “good drive.” The short answer is over 200 yards and in the fairway. That will position you for a chance at par.

How far does Tiger Woods drive?

Tiger Woods drive distance average has changed over the years. Peaking in 2018 at 303.8 yards. Seemingly, his age and injuries haven’t slowed him down off the tee. Tiger averaged 301.1 yards off the tee in 2021-2022 in two events.

What is Bryson DeChambeau’s average drive?

Bryson DeChambeau’s average drive distance has been a scientific adventure to say the least! He has transformed his swing and body to maximize swing speed.

Bryson was averaging 299-302 yards off the tee before he started his transformation. The 2019-2020 season was the debut of the Bryson Project. That year he averaged 322 yards off the tee! More than 25 yards farther than the PGA average!

Can A New Driver Increase Distance?

A new driver can certainly increase distance. Technology advancements can help increase distance without changing your swing. A good rule of thumb is 1-2-3.

If your driver is a year old, you will likely not see much change. Two years old will provide a mixed bag of results. If your driver is three years old or more, then you should see some significant gains due to technology advancements if you decide to get a new 2024 driver .

Why Does My Driver Not Go Far?

Most of us have asked the question; Why won’t my driver go far? There could be a few reasons, or one big problem. The biggest issue is a developed swing flaw, or you may be popping up driver .

The issue could also be your driver losing its POP. High levels of repeated stress to a driver’s face can cause microfractures. These stress fractures can decrease the performance of the face.

However, club makers spend a lot of time, and money, to make faces that handle a lot of stress. Every driver is different though. If you notice distance losses, maybe it’s time to shop for a new driver.

Does A Longer Driver Shaft Length Add More Distance?

A longer shaft can add more distance off the tee, but it comes at a price. The general rule is every extra inch will add 5 to 10 more yards of distance. Check out our standard driver shaft length recommendations .

The extra length has an equal and opposite effect on accuracy, especially with amateur golfers. Amateurs will find a longer driver harder to bring square at impact, which will put the ball all over the course. Keep your accuracy intact by choking up on your driver .

Will I lose driving distance during the winter months?

Yes, you’re going to lose a little driving distance when it’s cold out. The ball won’t compress as much, the air is typically more dense, among other factors changing the way we play golf during the winter time .

About the Author

By Coach Erik Schjolberg – Last Updated Jan 7, 2024

Expertise:     Golf Instruction     Golf Equipment Testing     Golf Practice Programs     Online Golf Instruction

Coach Erik actively coaches several PGA Tour Professionals . He’s the head golf instructor and writer here at Swing Yard, was voted the “#1 Golf Coach in Scottsdale, Arizona”, and has been coaching for over 20+ years. Erik also owns and operates his own online golf school, EJS Golf Academy . His other credentials include: Active PGA Coaches Membership, Titleist TPI Level 1 and 2, Trackman Certified Level 1, Dr. Kwon’s Biomechanics Level I and II, Scott Cowx Certified Level I Advanced, BodiTrack and V1 Sports Pressure Mat Certified, Titleist Club Fitting and Ball Fitting Certified, PGA Hope, and Sportsbox AI. Check out Erik’s full bio and certifications for more info.

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

• Remember me Not recommended on shared computers

Forgot your password?

• LPGA/Ladies golf talk

So what's the truth about LPGA Driving Distance?

By BrianL99 May 16, 2016 in LPGA/Ladies golf talk

• Reply to this topic
• Start new topic

Recommended Posts

Before I commented on another thread about distance, I went to the Trackman site to check on Tour player averages. I also happened to notice the LPGA stats.

According to the LPGA, 153 golfers are driving the ball an averaging of over 232 yards.

( http://www.lpga.com/...riving-distance )

According to Trackman, which doesn't have a horse in the race and really doesn't have any reason to lie, the average driving distance of an LPGA professional in 2014, was 218 yards.

Call me crazy, but someone seem to be flat out exaggerating here.

Link to comment

Share on other sites.

• Created 8 yr
• Last Reply 3 yr

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Shilgy 5 posts

BrianL99 3 posts

sbeduckman 2 posts

hell_is_chrome 2 posts

May 16 2016

May 17 2016

May 20 2016

Popular Posts

May 16, 2016

I played D2 golf in college. I have never played with an LPGA pro. I have played with D1 women players...and got my clock cleaned on a 6500yd course from the same tees. Driving distance not withstandi

I played D2 golf in college. I have never played with an LPGA pro. I have played with D1 women players...and got my clock cleaned on a 6500yd course from the same tees. Driving distance not withstanding; they can play. Stretch it out to 7000 and I'm still sure they'd compete for D2 (LPGA pros for sure). They have great touch and short game, and hit hybrids and fairways straighter than most men hit their mid irons.

I played D2 golf in college. I have never played with an LPGA pro. I have played with D1 women players...and got my clock cleaned on a 6500yd course from the same tees. Driving distance not withstanding; they can play . Stretch it out to 7000 and I'm still sure they'd compete for D2 (LPGA pros for sure). They have great touch and short game, and hit hybrids and fairways straighter than most men hit their mid irons.

What he said!^

Location:  Colorado Springs, CO Handicap:  3

My guess is the LPGA is using total as opposed to just carry. 14 yards of roll out sounds about right.

XR16 Driver 9* X2Hot 3 wood X2 Hot 3 hybrid

Steelhead X-14 2 iron X-22 irons 4-P MD2 wedges 52/58*

Odyssey Backstryke Marxman

PS because it's wrx I'm surprised we don't have some posters claiming to be women and saying they are much longer than the pros.

Wilson Dynapower Carbon Mitsu Kai’li 60S

Wilson Dynapower 3+ 13.5° HZRDUS Black 70

Wilson UDI 3 HZRDUS Black 90

Wilson 4-6 Dynapower forged/ 7-P Staff CB all Nippon Pro Modus 115s

Wilson ZM forged 50° 56° 60° DG TI Spinner wedge

Cameron Newport w/ flow neck by Lamont/    Cameron Del Mar

The PGA tour lists 95 guys with an average over 289, they're exaggerating too?

The PGA tour lists 95 guys with an average over 289, they're exaggerating too?    

Driving distance versus carry. Sometimes it is hard to read clearly labeled charts.

TI Taylormade SIM (9.0°) Tensei CK Pro Orange 70TX TI Taylormade SIM Ti (15.4°) Tensei CK Pro Blue 80X Callaway XR Pro (20°) Diamana White 90X PING i210 (4i-UW) DG X100 Ping Glide 2.0 (54°) DG S400 TI Artisan MT Grind (58°) DG S400 Taylormade Spider X Chalk SS

Taylormade TP5

According to the LPGA, the mean driving distance of their Top 155 Players, is Stacey Lewis who averages 255 yards (Carry & Roll).

According to TrackMan, the average driving distance of an LPGA Touring Professional, is 218 Yards of carry.

So LPGA Pros are averaging almost 40 Yards of Roll?

I suppose that's possible, but seems ridiculously high to me.

(& please, I know the difference between "mean" and "average", but for this purpose, it's a reasonable comparison).

The average LPGA Pro is hitting a 6 Iron, from the 150 Yard Marker?

& I'm going back to edit my original post, because my unsubstantiated opinion of the LPGA Tour in general, isn't relevant. I'm merely asking about the disparity between what's reported by the LPGA and what was measured by Trackman.

Now my post is without context...that's not very fair :)

For anyone wondering; OP stated he didn't think the best LPGA players could compete on a men's D2 golf team, I didn't share his opinion.

My best friend's daughter now plays on the the LPGA Tour. I have played a lot of golf with her. I would put her up against any D2 player. She averages about 260 off the tee. I've seen her hit it longer, and shorter, depending on course conditions. Ask Nick Faldo and Butch Harmon how good she is. As an amateur she played in a couple of their tournaments (Faldo mentioned her a few times during golf tournaments he was broadcasting).

Last winter we were playing Triggs. Wind chills in the upper 20s. 191 yard par three. She takes out her hybrid and hits a very high baby draw to 2.5 feet, into the wind. I've seen her hit countless shots like that. She played in her first US Women's Open at the age of 14.

She can flat out play this game. 5500 yards would be a pitch and putt for her.

She plays blades, with stiff shafts.

To call it a "novelty" does the LPGA a disservice. These players work just as hard, and have just as much a passion for the game as the men do.

hell_is_chrome

40 yards of roll may be a stretch, but I'm sure the LPGA does the same thing the PGA does with hard fast fairways. I've watched my share of LPGA golf and their drives roll out way more than mine, just like the men.

I think there's lots of eye roll in this thread...

i don’t need no stinkin’ shift key

Seamus_McDuff

        According to the LPGA, the mean driving distance of their Top 155 Players, is Stacey Lewis who averages 255 yards (Carry & Roll).       (& please, I know the difference between "mean" and "average", but for this purpose, it's a reasonable comparison).    

MadGolfer76

Lol. Are we really scratching our heads about this?

Look at the fine print at the bottom of post 6 in this thread and find the answer.

Titleist Tsi3 9/Tensei White 65x

Titleist Tsi2 16.5/Tensei White 75x

Titleist 818 h2 21/Tensei White 95x

Mizuno Mp-20 mb 4-Pw/Dynamic Gold 120x

Mizuno T22 50, 54, 58/Dynamic Gold s400

Bettinardi Studio Stock #8

Titleist ProV1x

According to the LPGA, the mean driving distance of their Top 155 Players, is Stacey Lewis who averages 255 yards (Carry & Roll).       (& please, I know the difference between "mean" and "average", but for this purpose, it's a reasonable comparison).    

Mean, median, average ... close enough, but you're right :)

I believe the LPGA stats are based on only 2 holes per tournament, one upwind and one downwind. I imagine that the TM data is a sample across all holes?

Based on the current LPGA driving distance stats, the average distance is 255.920 yards, and the median is 255.175.

Ping G425 Max Driver 12 (0 Flat) - Aldila Ascent Red 50 Stiff (46") TaylorMade AeroBurner Mini Driver 16 - Matrix Speed RUL-Z 60 Stiff Ping G410 7wd 20.5 (0 Flat) - Alta CB 65 Stiff (43") Ping G410 9wd 23.5 (0 Flat) - Alta CB 65 Stiff (42.5") Ping G425 6h 30 (0 Flat) - Alta CB 70 Stiff PXG 0311P Gen3 6-P (2 Deg Weak, 1 Deg Flat) - True Temper Elevate 95 S /

Ping i200 6-P Orange Dot (2 Deg Weak, 2 Deg Flat) - True Temper XP 95 S Ping Glide 4.0 52-12 S, 56-10 Eye2, and 60-10 S Orange Dot (2 Deg Flat) - Ping Z-Z115 Wedge PXG Blackjack 36" - SuperStroker Flatso 2.0

the chicks can bomb it.....no doubt

They don't have to be baked necessarily, just cut tighter than what we play. Combined with a little less water and their fairways are running as fast as someof the greens I play.

Also, my eyes are fine, I can see exactly what is happening at 350 yards.

North Texas

Lol. Are we really scratching our heads about this?   Look at the fine print at the bottom of post 6 in this thread and find the answer.

MadGolfer seems to the only one to get it.

Yep. Watched Lexi Thompson at demo day on the range at Orange County National during the PGA Merchandise Show a couple years ago absolutely bombing her driver. To say it was impressive is an understatement.

Speak for yourself! :cheesy:

DRIVER:  Callaway Rogue ST 10.5

FAIRWAYS:  Callaway Rogue ST 3, 9, 11 Fairway Woods

HYBRIDS:  Callaway Big Bertha 3 Hybrid, Rogue ST 4 Hybrid

IRONS:  Callaway Rogue ST 4-AW

WEDGES:  Callaway Jaws Raw 50 S Grind, 54 S Grind, 58 Z Grind 

PUTTER:  Odyssey Toulon Las Vegas

BACKUPS:  Odyssey Toulon Garage Le Mans Tri-Hot 5K Double Wide, MannKrafted Custom, Slighter Custom

BALL:  Testing

A man has to have options!

You also have to look at the conditions of the course during setup. As was the case at Sawgrass last week, they can make the course play really fast and firm. Don't get me wrong as some of the girls on the LPGA are very long but you can make a course play as long or as short as you want, off the same tee, with how you set the course up. You can minimize/maximize rollout with how the grass is cut, how much water is on the fairways, etc.

I bet the talent pool on the LPGA is much wider than on the PGA. I'd rather see the LPGA average of only those who have won an LPGA tournament or are like T100 or something.

What's in the Swift X? Ping driver Callaway fairways Ping irons TM ball SeeMore mFPG

Very true. They make the courses as hard and as fast as they can usually, depending on the venue. The big ball parks in the 6700 range are made that way and the 6000 yarders are usually set up more forgiving to help make it competitive. Gerina and Lexi are bombers, but some of their drives are ridiculously long because there's either a ton of run or they can fly the trouble. Amazing to watch actually.

The average for the top 100 is 260.90, and the median is 259.11.

legitimategolf

Another witch hunt. Great. Thanks OP. Just what we need. Okay so the ladies can barely drive it 200 yards. Okay so they are inferior golfers to the wonderful men of the PGA Tour. Now that someone has admitted it you all can puff out your chests and feel good about yourselves.

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

×   Pasted as rich text.    Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.    Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.    Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

• Insert image from URL
• Submit Reply

Recently Browsing    0 members

• No registered users viewing this page.

Tiger Woods - WITB - 2024 US Open

GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment , June 10

2024 US Open - Discussion and Links to Photos

Titleist GT drivers - 2024 the Memorial Tournament

GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment , June 3

• 367 replies

2024 Charles Schwab Challenge - Discussion and Links to Photos

GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment , May 20

2024 PGA Championship - Discussion and Links to Photos

GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment , May 13

Popular Now

By CGray97 Started 2 hours ago

By provx Started 3 hours ago

By AdiosAmigos Started Saturday at 06:07 AM

By LowAndLeft32 Started Friday at 06:38 PM

By Argonne69 Started Tuesday at 12:30 PM

Welcome. Register Here.

Come on in, the water is fine...

Recent B/S/T

dhen9 · Started 59 minutes ago

FairwayzNGreenz · Started 1 hour ago

hibcam · Started 1 hour ago

boulAAYYY · Started 1 hour ago

ikegoody · Started 1 hour ago

GolfWRX_Spotted · Started June 3

• Existing user? Sign In

The Bag Room

• Tour & Pre-Release Equipment
• WRX Club Techs
• Golf Sims/GPS/RFs/Apps
• Golf Style and Accessories

The Club House

• General Golf Talk
• Classic Golf And Golfers
• Courses, Memberships and Travel
• Groups, Tourneys, and Partners Matching

WRX Academy

• Instruction & Academy
• Rules of Golf and Etiquette
• Swing Videos and Comments

Classifieds & ProShops

• Deal/No Deal

Website Help

• Forum Support
• BST AD Help Forum

My Activity Streams

• BST/Deal Activity
• All Activity
• Unread - No BST/19th
• Subscriptions

Classifieds

• For Sale Forum
• Wanted to Buy
• Mall of Pro Shops
• Where Did My Ad Go?
• Trade In Tool
• Create New...

• CBSSports.com
• Fanatics Sportsbook
• CBS Sports Home
• Summer Racing 
• Champions League
• Motor Sports
• High School

Football Pick'em

College Pick'em

Fantasy football, fantasy baseball, fantasy basketball, fantasy hockey, franchise games, 24/7 sports news network.

• CBS Sports Golazo Network
• PGA Tour on CBS
• UEFA Champions League
• UEFA Europa League
• Italian Serie A
• Watch CBS Sports Network
• TV Shows & Listings

The Early Edge

A Daily SportsLine Betting Podcast

Beyond the Arc

It's NBA Playoff Time!

• Podcasts Home
• The First Cut Golf
• We Need to Talk Now
• Eye On College Basketball
• NFL Pick Six
• Cover 3 College Football
• Fantasy Football Today
• My Teams Organize / See All Teams Help Account Settings Log Out

Drive Distance

NATALIYA GUSEVA — Rising star of world golf

• Top 50 WAGR
• «Newcomer of the Year» at the Miami University Conference, 2021
• Athlete of the Moscow Region National Team
• Winner of the Spanish and Austrian Championships, 2019
• A two-time champion of the Turkish Championship
• The winner of the Bulgarian Championship, 2018
• Eastern Amateur Champion, 2022
• Three-time East Coast Professional Tour Champion, 2022
• Winner of the Black Desert Resort Championship on the Epson Tour
• Victory in the Final of the Ladies European Tour qualifying tournament series
• LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour cards from 2024 to the present day

• LPGA Newsletters
• LPGA Travel
• Women's Network
• LPGA Professionals
• Members Only
• Lesson Zone
• Membership Information
• Find A Teacher
• Professionals Job Board
• Events Calendar
• LPGA Amateurs
• Become A Member
• Member Login
• LPGA Foundation
• LEADERBOARD
• Changing The Face of Golf
• C-Me Action Plan
• Diversity Policy
• Diverse Supplier Opportunity
• Celebrating the Green
• All Access Series
• Instruction
• Live Stream
• Award Winners
• Hall of Fame
• ROLEX FIRST TIME WINNERS
• ROLEX ANNIKA MAJOR AWARD
• 2024 Player Priority List (PDF)
• TOURNAMENTS
• Download Schedule
• Completed Tournaments
• Drive On Championship
• Solheim Cup
• 2024 Olympics
• CME Group Tour Championship
• QUALIFYING SERIES (Q-SCHOOL)
• LPGA Local Qualifying Rounds
• Hilton Grand Vacations TOC
• LPGA Senior Championship
• Print Schedule
• RACE TO CME GLOBE
• Season Standings
• Past Winners
• Explanation and Points Breakdown
• Projected Points Standing
• CME Group Cares Challenge - Score 1 for St. Jude
• Aon Risk Reward Challenge
• KPMG Performance Insights

Players to Watch: 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Amy yang captures elusive major victory at kpmg women’s pga championship.

• Tournament Preview
• Tournament News
• kpmg-womens-pga-championship

SAMMAMISH, Wash. — The 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship is being contested at Sahalee Country Club, a visually intimidating major test that will be a challenge for the world’s best players this week in Sammamish, Wash. Difficult conditions are often the great equalizer at major championships, leveling the playing field for the 156 athletes competing, but some players still have slight statistical advantages on which they hope to capitalize as they work to capture some of the biggest titles in all of women’s golf.

Take a look at just a few of those athletes teeing it up this week at Sahalee for the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship:

Allisen Corpuz

Allisen Corpuz currently leads the LPGA Tour in driving accuracy this season, hitting the fairway off the tee 86.6 percent of the time, a number that equates to her finding the short grass on 518 of 598 total drives. Sahalee has incredibly narrow visuals off the tee, views that are intimidating to even the most storied of LPGA Tour veterans. But with tee shots that fly as straight as those of Corpuz, the Hawaii native should be able to consistently find the fairway throughout the course of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, something that should translate to more hit greens in regulation and birdie opportunities for the 26-year-old.

According to KPMG Performance Insights, Corpuz has struck the ball well in major championships over the last two seasons, ranking fifth in strokes gained ball striking (+1.46), sixth in strokes gained approach (+1.06) and sixth in strokes gained total since the major season began in 2023. She became a Rolex First-Time Winner at the U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links last July and finished in the top 15 of three other major championships last season – tying for fourth at The Chevron Championship, tying for 15th at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and tying for sixth at the AIG Women’s Open.

Her 2023 major prowess hasn’t yet translated to the 2024 season, but considering her success at some of golf’s most challenging venues, Corpuz is a player who shouldn’t be left out of the contention conversation this week in Washington.

Brooke Henderson

Brooke Henderson might seem like an obvious player to watch at Sahalee Country Club, particularly as she won the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship the last time the championship was contested at this venue in 2016. But her statistics indicate that a third major title could be just around the corner for the Canadian, and why couldn’t it come at a place at which Henderson has a resoundingly positive history?

According to KPMG Performance Insights, the 26-year-old leads in strokes gained total per round in all major championships since the beginning of the 2021 season, picking up an average of 2.15 shots on the field in each round of the LPGA Tour’s five major tournaments in the last four years. In that span, Henderson has won her second career major title at the 2022 Amundi Evian Championship and earned an additional nine top-15 finishes, one of which came earlier this season when she tied for third at The Chevron Championship. She is also at the front of the pack in major championships when it comes to scoring average and score to par, recording a 70.60 stroke average and shooting 59 under par across the 17 majors that have been played since the start of the 2021 LPGA Tour season.

As it pertains to Sahalee, Henderson is fairly long and fairly accurate off the tee, hitting it an average of 264.375 yards with her driver and finding the fairway 74.1 percent of the time while doing so. She is ranked ninth in strokes gained driving (+0.63), 10th in strokes gained total (+1.39) and 17th in strokes gained tee to green (+1.14) on the LPGA Tour so far this season, per data provided by KPMG Performance Insights. Couple that excellent ball-striking with a venue at which Henderson knows how to win, and the Canadian just might be deadly this week at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.

Rose Zhang recently collected her second career LPGA Tour title last month at the Cognizant Founders Cup, winning by two shots over Madelene Sagstrom at Upper Montclair Country Club in Clifton, N.J. While it doesn’t even slightly compare to the narrowness that Zhang and the rest of the field are facing off the tee this week at Sahalee Country Club, Upper Montclair is quite tight in spots, making her recent success in the Garden State a potential weapon for Zhang to wield in Washington State.

Zhang ranks 16th on the LPGA Tour in driving accuracy, hitting 279 of her 350 total fairways this season, a conversion rate of 79.7 percent. According to KPMG Performance Insights, the 21-year-old is tied for fifth in most strokes gained tee to green per round in major championships over the last two seasons, as Zhang has picked up 1.62 shots on the field with her long game. Additionally, Zhang is ranked second in strokes gained approach (+1.34), third in strokes gained total (+1.98) and fifth in strokes gained tee to green (+1.46) so far this year, an amalgamation of stats that could be a deadly combination at a course like Sahalee that requires precise ball striking.

The Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings No. 9 is another player who seems to thrive in difficult conditions, as Zhang finished in a tie for eighth at last year’s KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club’s Lower Course and then tied for ninth at the U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links, and she just might contend again this week at Sahalee considering that fact.

Madelene Sagstrom

It was Madelene Sagstrom who went toe-to-toe with Zhang last month in New Jersey, and while the Swede ultimately fell to the American at the Cognizant Founders Cup, her performance in the Garden State could be a good indicator of how she fares this week at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Even though Sahalee is much narrower off the tee than Upper Montclair, her ability to keep the ball in the fairway that week led to a litany of birdie and eagle opportunities, many of which the 31-year-old took advantage of en route to posting a four-round total of 22-under to finish 13 strokes ahead of her next closest competitor.

Sahalee likely won’t be giving up that many shots to the 156-player field this week, but Sagstrom is a player who, on paper, just might be able to throw a few punches at this formidable venue. She isn’t exceptional when it comes to driving accuracy, only finding the fairway 66.9 percent of the time off the tee, but Sagstrom does rank 10th on the LPGA Tour in average driving distance (273.640 yards), length that is typically a benefit during major championships. She is also ranked 12th in strokes gained driving, according to KPMG Performance Insights, picking up 0.59 shots on the field with her shots off the tee.

Sagstrom has also been deadly with her putter this year, ranking fifth on the LPGA Tour in strokes gained putting (+0.96), and if she can combine solid ball striking with a hot putter, we might see the Swede contend for her second career LPGA Tour title at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.

Related Articles

Victory Tasting Sweet for Amy Yang at KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Amy Yang Shares Lead in Rolex ANNIKA Major Award Standings With Korda, Saso Following KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Lauren Hartlage Plays Way Into Limelight at KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

• Charitable Solicitation Disclosures
• Corporate Sponsors
• LPGA History
• LPGA International
• Sponsorship Opportunities
• Legends of the LPGA

Fan Feature

• LPGA Women's Network
• ADA Act Request
• Anti-Doping Information
• Feedback Form
• Gender Policy
• Integrity Program Information
• Media - Press Site
• Player Login
• Privacy Policy
• Professionals Member Login
• Terms and Conditions
• Ticket Terms and Conditions

Global Tour

• International TV Distribution

Mobile Apps

• Android App
• Top Stories

New law requires Louisiana public schools to display Ten Commandments

South Korea could send arms to Ukraine after Russia-North Korea pact

US soldier convicted of theft in Russia, gets nearly 4 years in jail

Estonia convicts Russian university professor of spying for Moscow

Bailey tardy sets record at blue bay for first lpga tour victory.

(Photo credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports)

American Bailey Tardy captured her first LPGA Tour victory on Sunday, winning the Blue Bay LPGA by a record six strokes at 19-under-par 269 in Hainan Island, China.

Tardy, in her second year on tour, tied for the low round of the day with a 7-under 65 at Jian Lake Blue Bay Golf Course. But her round started unremarkably with pars on the first seven holes before she sank a 51-foot eagle putt on the par-5 eighth hole.

A birdie on the par-4 ninth hole followed for 33 on the front nine, then Tardy rebounded from her lone bogey at the par-4 No. 10 with a birdie run at Nos. 11, 12 and 13. More birdies were carded at Nos. 15 and 17 as she pulled away from the field for a four-stroke victory.

Sarah Schmelzel (69) finished in second place at 15-under.

"I got off to a little slow start on the front nine, and then just really stayed patient out there," said Tardy, 27, a former University of Georgia player. "I can't say that I woke up today knowing I was going to shoot 65 or knowing I needed to go that low to win. I just knew it was going to be a tough day. I thought that everybody was going to play really well. The leaderboard was stacked and the conditions were windy, so just really proud of myself and how I handled myself."

Tardy started the final round sharing the lead with Lydia Ko of New Zealand and American Schmelzel.

Ko, a 20-time winner, tied for fourth at 13 under after a 71. A win would have given her the 27th and final point she needed to qualify for the LPGA's Hall of Fame.

Schmelzel, who also broke Minjee Lee's tournament record set in 2016, registered her best result on the LPGA Tour, bettering her third-place finish at the 2022 LPGA Drive on Championship.

Like Tardy, Schmelzel was playing in the Blue Bay LPGA for the first time. She started fast on Sunday with three birdies, then made three bogeys over the next six holes, bookended around a birdie. The back nine was better with birdies at Nos. 14 and 18 for a round of 69 -- her fourth consecutive round in the 60s.

Japan's Ayaka Furue, who also carded a 65 on Sunday, was alone in third place at 14-under par.

Ruixin Liu (70 on Sunday) finished in seventh place at 12-under 276 -- the lowest score for a player from China -- in her 2024 season debut.

"It's been amazing week for me," she said. "You know, the crowd is amazing, super supportive, and every putt I sink they went crazy. So I totally enjoyed it. I'm a little exhausted after coming back from three months break. You know, it gives me a lot of confidence moving forward since I'm not full status. We're going to see how reshuffle going to take me after this week."

Defending champion Gaby Lopez tied for 12th at 8-under 280 after a 69 in the final round.

Field Level Media 11th March 2024, 02:40 GMT+11

Read This Next

Big News Network

• Big News Network News Agency
• Midwest Radio Network
• Mainstream Media

BIG NEWS NETWORK.COM

• Contact & Support
• Terms & Conditions

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

• News Releases

Copyright © 1998-2024 Big News Network All rights reserved. ISSN : 2616-6917

• TripAdvisor

• Testimonials
• Travel Tips

3 | 12 | 24 | All --> Arts & Culture Tours

The State Tretyakov Gallery

The State Tretyakov Gallery (usually being called Tretyakovka) is an art gallery in Moscow, specialized in Russian visual arts and it’s one of the world’s biggest collections. The Gallery is named after Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov, Moscow merchant and patron of arts, and it’s been bearing his name with proud and gratitude for over a hundred years. In 1856 Tretyakov started his collection by acquiring two works by Russian artists, "Skirmish with Finnish Smugglers" by V.G. Khudyakov and "The Temptation" by N. G. Schilder.

Gallery of European and American Art of the 19th-20th Centuries

Moscow City Center - Tour Duration: 1 hour

The Art Gallery is a section of the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts. It's rooms  contain the artworks by masters  of the 19th and 20th centuries:  Art of Romanticism, Realism, Academic and Salon Art, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Symbolism, Avant-garde and artistic trends of the 19th century as well as the paintings of Ingres, Delacroix, Corot, Daumier, Courbet, Millet, Monet, Renoir, Cezanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Matisse, Picasso, Kandinsky, Chagall, Rodin, Maillol, Bourdelle and other masters of the 19th and 20th centuries.

About Me in Short

My name's Arthur Lookyanov, I'm a private tour guide, personal driver and photographer in Moscow, Russia. I work in my business and run my website Moscow-Driver.com from 2002. Read more about me and my services , check out testimonials of my former business and travel clients from all over the World, hit me up on Twitter or other social websites. I hope that you will like my photos as well.

See you in Moscow!

• Russian Visa Invitation Letter Support
• Moscow Airports: A Virtual Guide (Written by a Real-life Guide)
• Exploring Moscow for the First Time? A Personal Guide is What You Need!
• Don’t miss a great chance of seeing fairy-tale town of Suzdal

Recently Posted:

Innovation Center Skolkovo – Territory of the Future

Develompment of the Skolkovo Innovation Center, the modern scientific and technological innovative complex located in the Mozhaysky district of the Western Administrative District of Moscow of an area of approximately 400 hectares.

Featured Photo Albums

• Picture of a Day
• Moscow Must-See Sights & Attractions
• Tour Guide and Driver Portfolio
• Photographs of Dear Clients & Friends

Last Published Photo:

Lights of Nikolskaya Street in Winter Twilight

People walking up and down Nikolskaya street in winter twilight decorated with LED creating a festive atmosphere in any season. The picture is taken near GUM building (at the right) and Red Square.

Take One of Exciting Tours:

• Moscow Highlights
• Discovering the Golden Ring of Russia
• Arts & Culture Tours
• Night Tour of Moscow

Related Information:

• Terms and Conditions
• Recommended Tour Guides
• Useful Links

• Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Best of Moscow by high speed train

By shuguley , February 15, 2014 in Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Recommended Posts

Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.

Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?

My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

Link to comment

Share on other sites.

If you are considering this on the 2015 June Baltic cruise on Voyager; my suggestion is don't. There is so much to do in St. Petersburg and although a train is one of my favorite ways to travel the time would be far better spent in St. P.

Thanks for the advice. Yes, this would be on the Voyager during the 2015 season but not yet sure exactly which cruise.

We did the Moscow excursion "on a different luxury line", but from your brief description it sounds very much like the same trip, so I will operate on that assumption. It is a VERY long day! We left the ship at 5:30 AM and returned at 12:30 AM. The highspeed train trip is comfortable, and while they call it "Business Class" it does not compare well to the equivalent class on say Rail Europe. When we did it in 2011, we did have highspeed both ways, and the trip back seemed much longer as the adrenaline and excitement had worn off!:D

Moscow itself is not that terribly different from any other big city in the world, but this Cold War kid never thought he would ever stand in Red Square, never mind walk the grounds of The Kremlin, or tour The Kremlin Palace, or see (but not visit) Lenin's Tomb, or visit The Armoury. But he did, and he loved every minute of it! Yes, it is a long day, and you barely scratch a scratch on the surface, but it is worth it. There is a tremendous amount to see in St. Petersburg, but every Baltic cruise goes to St. Petersburg, so you can go back if you choose to. Not every cruiseline offers you the chance to see Moscow.

I have not personally done this tour, but our last time in St Petersburg, the private guide that we hired for a day was leading the regent tour to Moscow on the high speed train the next day. He said it was way better than the previous alternative, which was flying to Moscow and back. He said that you actually got to Moscow faster because you didn't have to deal with airline checkin etc. it did seem like a very long day to me, and there is so much to see and do in st. Petersburg that I didn't consider doing it.

countflorida

We toured to Moscow from St. Petersburg via the hi-speed SAPSAN train last September, from a Baltic cruise on the Oceania Marina. You need to have a two-night, three day port call in St. Petersburg to take this tour because the tour typically leaves the ship around 5:00 - 5:30 AM and doesn't return until after midnight the next day. We didn't take the ship's tour; we made private arrangements with TravelAllRussia for three days of touring, the first and third days in St. Petersburg and the second day the tour to Moscow by train. Our cost for the private tour for three days was about the same as what the ship charged for the excursion to Moscow alone. There are a number of private tour agencies that operate in St. Petersburg and offer the Moscow train tours; we would strongly recommend them over the ship's tours.

All three days had private guides with car and driver. The second day, the driver picked us up at the ship and took us to the train, but we were alone on the train, and met in Moscow by the guide on the station platform. After our tour and dinner, we were brought back to the train and after the return train trip met by the driver and taken back to the ship. Because you are alone on the train you must have your own Russian visas.

If this is your first visit to St. Petersburg, I would agree there is much more to see there. We found Moscow somewhat a disappointment, particularly Red Square. The Kremlin and the cathedral in Red Square were also worth seeing. But the best thing we saw was the Moscow subway! I worked for the Washington Metro system back in the 1980s as it grew from 40 to 80 miles and although I was in the computer area, I learned a lot about the challenges of running a subway system. We used the Moscow system to get across the city from where we had dinner to the train station, and I was amazed at the cleanliness', speed of operation, the short headways maintained, and the courtesy of everyone involved. A very impressive experience!

We had been to St. Petersburg before, and so had the time to take a day and go to Moscow. Also, I really like trains, and the SAPSAN is a German train set running on Russian rails. Seats are like first class domestic air, spacious but not too plush or comfortable, but with enough room. Not too much recline, and almost 8 hours on the train in two shots is a lot for an old man. They come through and sell drinks, candy, etc. but the sellers don't speak English and no one around us helped, so we had just poor coffee once coming, and brought stuff with us for the trip back. Not too much to see from the train either, particularly on the return when it is night the whole way.

If you decide to go, take a private tour and avoid the overly expensive ship's tour. I'm glad we did it, but wouldn't bother to repeat the tour; we've seen Moscow.

Thanks so much to all of you for the thorough and thought insight. Yhe information you have provided is most helpful.

countflorida: Your detailed post is very helpful. We are not quite ready for a Baltic cruise but should do so within a year. Time enough to do our pre travel research, bookings and visa gathering.:) Thank you!

Emperor Norton

Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.   Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?   My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

I did this on Seabourn. IMO DONT. Take Aeroflop (er Aeroflot). The train has non folding seats where you are literally knee to knee with your fellow passenger (facing each other). Further they don't believe in air conditioning. It's also the worlds slowed bullet train. I think I would have found more enjoyment wandering around the St. Petersburg and Moscow airports.

Countflorida,

This is a little off topic,, however we had planned a river cruise in Russia but decided we would rather stay on land and have booked about two weeks with Travel-All-Russia using the private guide and driver. I'm curious as to how you found them as a tour company.

The guides they provided were fine. We had a different guide each of the days in St. Petersburg, but both were flexible, pleasant, knowledgeable and spoke English very well, as did the guide in Moscow, incidentally. She was a bit aloof, distant, not too friendly, but otherwise fine. In fact, she was the one who suggested taking the Metro, which unexpectedly became one of the highlights of the Moscow excursion. If I have a complaint with AllTravelRussia, it is with their plan and its execution (more later).

I had requested emphasis on World War II (in Russia, the Great Patriotic War) sites and info. In scheduling us, they weren't careful about dates and a couple of the sites we wanted to see were scheduled on the third day, after we'd been to Moscow. But both sites were closed that day of the week, and that info was readily available, right on web sites describing them. Also, the included meals (lunches in St. Pete, dinner in Moscow) were not what we asked for: light meals with some choices, so we could avoid things we didn't like and choose things we did like. My request was ignored; we were given full Russian meals with a fixed menu, no choice. On the first day, a fish dish was the entre, but I am allergic to fish. Fortunately, I had the e-mail I'd sent with me and showed it to the guide, and she was able to change my entre to chicken, which was very good actually. But we didn't want a 3-4 course lunches or dinner (in Moscow). We had the guide drop the lunch the third day, although we never got any credit or refund. But, particularly in contrast to the ship's tours, the prices were so reasonable we didn't worry too much about it.

The people who were on the ship's tour to Moscow saw us boarding the same train for which they were forced to queue up and wait on the way back, and asked us what we had done. I was candid and open so they were not happy when I explained what we had arranged and particularly what it had cost. Also, when we returned to the ship, we found they had laid on a late supper for those who had gone to Moscow, so up we went and had something. Well, it turns out the late supper was supposed to be just for those on the ship's tour, but we and others on 'independent' tours, there were a dozen or more of us, crashed the party, actually got there first, and they didn't realize it until the larger group arrived and there weren't enough tables/places set. By that time, the 'independents' had all gotten served and were eating; what could they do?

A couple from the larger group sat down with us and asked us about our tour, and they were the ones I told about our arrangement and its cost. They turned to others who’d been with them and announced the details, loudly enough so the whole room heard, which started a lot of bitching and complaining. I gathered they weren't very happy with the ship's tour to begin with, and this was the straw that broke the camel's back. We finished up and beat it out of there, but overheard later that one of the excursion staff came to check on something and ran into a real mess. I caught a cold on the trip, which forced me to bed the second day following in Tallinn, so by the time we reappeared we heard about the contretemps' but apparently no one recalled who started it, thankfully.

Because of what happened to us, I would probably not use AllTravelRussia if I were to go again, or if I did, I would be sure to get confirmation of every detail of the tour. They do have good reviews generally, and we were certainly helped by their visa department and liked the guides and drivers. Their weakness, I say now with full 20:20 hindsight, is that once the sales person who plans the tour, sells it to you and collects your money, he (or she) transfers the plan to their Russia office for implementation; there is no follow-up to make sure it gets done right. And that is where our problems arose; we paid for a custom tour but got a standard package with a few destinations switched, and no one checked them out, even to see when they were open the day we were scheduled to go. If you check every detail that’s important to you, it should be OK, but that’s a hell of a way to have to do business, in my opinion.

Thank you for the 20/20 hindsight observation on your Russian tour operator, and better priced than the ship's excursion cost.

Thanks very much for the feedback.

We had the same experience as you so far as price. We originally booked a Viking Cruise but, hearing some things about the river cruises that made us unhappy, looked into other options. T-A-R cost the same or less than a cruise and had us in hotels for 11 days. We opted for the private tour. They have three tour levels, based on hotels. We originally opted for the four star as it did not cost much more than the three star hotels. Finally we decided to throw it all in and upgraded to five star. In Moscow we will be at the newly opened Kempinsky which is two blocks from Red Square. In St. Petersburg it is the Grand Hotel Europe, one of the most vaunted luxury hotels in Russia. Location is important for us as the tours use up only part of the day so being in the center of everything for our independent touring is important. As with many other cities, the less you pay, the farther out of the center of town you are.

We have been working with our salesman in D.C. and he seems to get back to us with the changes we want. He recently returned from Russia so is up on everything. When I asked they said they paid the full TA commission if I wanted so I got my usual TA on board so he is watching our back and giving us that extra level of comfort. He also set up our air, which I know pays him little or nothing, and got us business class for much less than T-A-R wanted for economy, though it took working for a while with a consolidator. He's happy to get his 10 percent on this trip without having booked it. He also took care of the trip insurance. We've been doing a lot of research on the CC sister site Trip Advisor and will write a report there. We will, I guess, become a source of info for CC members after having spent 5 days in Moscow and 6 in SP.

• 4 months later...

scubacruiserx2

Anybody considering a day trip to Moscow from St. Petersburg on the Sapsan may want to look at our travelogue filled with pictures.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1927687

Very informative. Thanks dor sharing. Jeff

Please sign in to comment

You will be able to leave a comment after signing in

• Welcome to Cruise Critic
• ANNOUNCEMENT: Set Sail on Sun Princess®
• Hurricane Zone 2024
• Cruise Insurance Q&A w/ Steve Dasseos of Tripinsurancestore.com June 2024
• New Cruisers
• Cruise Lines “A – O”
• Cruise Lines “P – Z”
• River Cruising
• Cruise Critic News & Features
• Digital Photography & Cruise Technology
• Special Interest Cruising
• Cruise Discussion Topics
• UK Cruising
• Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
• Canadian Cruisers
• North American Homeports
• Ports of Call
• Cruise Conversations

Announcements

• New to Cruise Critic? Join our Community!

Write Your Own Amazing Review !

Click this gorgeous photo by member SUPERstar777 to share your review!

Features & News

LauraS · Started Friday at 04:47 PM

LauraS · Started Wednesday at 05:58 PM

LauraS · Started Wednesday at 04:15 PM

LauraS · Started Tuesday at 08:03 PM

LauraS · Started Tuesday at 05:30 PM

• Existing user? Sign in OR Create an Account
• Find Your Roll Call
• Meet & Mingle
• Community Help Center
• All Activity
• Member Photo Albums
• Meet & Mingle Photos
• Favorite Cruise Memories
• Cruise Food Photos
• Cruise Ship Photos
• Ports of Call Photos
• Towel Animal Photos
• Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos
• Write a Review
• Live Cruise Reports
• Member Cruise Reviews
• Create New...

The Definitive Voice of Entertainment News

Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter

site categories

Women’s pga championship 2024: how to watch the major event online without cable.

Livestream the tournament, which takes place at Sahalee Country Club in Washington.

By Rudie Obias

Rudie Obias

• Share on Facebook
• Share to Flipboard
• Send an Email
• Show additional share options
• Share on LinkedIn
• Share on Pinterest
• Share on Reddit
• Share on Tumblr
• Share on Whats App
• Print the Article
• Post a Comment

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission.

The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship returns to Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, Washington this week. The third of five major events in 2024 starts on Thursday, June 20.

Related Stories

How to watch the 2024 u.s. track & field olympic trials online for free, walmart has one of the best deals on paramount+ with showtime -- this is your last call to save half off one year.

At a Glance: How to Watch KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Online

• When Thursday, June 20 to Sunday, June 23
• TV channel NBC and Golf Channel
• Stream online DIRECTV Stream , Fubo , Hulu + Live TV , Peacock

The championship begins on Thursday, June 20 with first-round coverage starting at 1 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET on NBC, the Golf Channel and Peacock . The competition runs through until Sunday, June 23. Check out the complete broadcast schedule here .

Keep reading to find out how to watch the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship with and without a cable subscription, including options to watch for free and where to get last-minute tickets.

How to Watch KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2024 Without Cable

Since the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship (formerly known as the LPGA Championship) airs on NBC and the Golf Channel, it can also be streamed on internet-based streaming cable alternatives — like DIRECTV Stream , Fubo , Hulu + Live TV and Sling — some of which even offer free trials. If you act fast and sign up now, you can watch it online for free.

If you want to watch the entire Women’s PGA Championship 2024, the golf tournament is available to stream at home on Peacock . Not a Peacock subscriber? You can sign up for just $5.99 monthly, or $59.99 for annually for the ad-supported plan — an 18 percent savings. To go ad-free, a subscription goes for $11.99 monthy, or $119.99 yearly for nearly 20 percent off an annual subscription. Aside from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, you’ll also get access to originals like Apples Never Fall , In The Know , The Traitors , Ted and others; hit movies like Oppenheimer , Lisa Frankenstein , Drive-Away Dolls , Night Swim and others; live sports and entertainment from NBC Sports and WWE; and more than 50 “always-on” streaming channels. Related: The Best Peacock Streaming Deals

DirecTV Stream

Watch the LPGA Championship on DIRECTV Stream , which offers NBC and the Golf Channel. The service also includes more than 90 other channels — like ABC, Fox, CBS, AMC, Bravo, ESPN and much more. The streaming service has a free five-day trial available, but that’s more than enough time to watch the entire KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Afterward, you can cancel the service or keep watching, with prices starting at $69.99 for the entry-level Entertainment plan.

Watch the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship on NBC and the Golf Channel, as well as nearly 200 other news, entertainment and sports channels with a subscription to  Fubo — which starts at $79.99 monthly. In addition, other plan offer nearly 270 channels for the Elite plan for $89.99 monthly, along with 276 channels, Showtime and 4K Ultra HD quality for the Premiere plan for $99.99 monthly. The online TV streaming service also offers a seven-day trial for new subscribers , so you can watch NBC and the Golf Channel online for free.

Hulu + Live TV

To livestream the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship online on NBC and the Golf Channel, a subscription to Hulu + Live TV is another fantastic option. The streaming service has access to more than 90 other live channels — like BET, CNN, ESPN, Food Network and more — starting at $76.99 monthly and comes with Hulu’s entire streaming library, as well as Disney+ and ESPN+. Hulu is currently offering a three-day free trial to try before you commit.

Sling might be a good fit to watch the LPGA Championship on NBC — and the live TV streaming service is on sale for half off your first month of service. With Sling Blue , which includes NBC, you can begin watching for $22.50 for your first month (reg. $45 monthly). Unfortunately, Sling doesn’t include the Golf Channel with any of their plans. Additionally, Sling Blue also has ABC, Bravo, Discovery Channel, NFL Network, National Geographic and other channels.

How to Watch KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2024 With Cable

The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2024 airs on NBC and the Golf Channel. You can watch by tuning in through your cable TV provider, on NBCSports.com or the NBC Sports mobile app with your cable TV account login — including streaming and traditional services such as DIRECTV Stream , Fubo , Hulu + Live TV , Sling , Verizon , Xfinity and others.

Where to Buy KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2024 Tickets Online

Want to attend the tournament in person? There’s still time. Last-minute tickets are available at StubHub , Ticket Liquidator , Ticket Network and GameTime , prices depend on location at Sahalee Country Club in Washington. For more info, visit KPMGWomensPGAChampionship.com/tickets .

THR Newsletters

Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day

More from The Hollywood Reporter

The 30 new york real estate agents on hollywood’s hot list, thr’s 2024 new york power broker awards: winners and nominees, woody harrelson on why he hasn’t owned a cell phone in three years, the 25 best drama schools in the world, white hot: sizzling summer timepieces from chanel, hermès, hublot, zodiac and more, “dear remy”: hollywood career coach gives advice on met gala burn out and surviving star meltdowns.

Amy Yang wins Women's PGA Championship for her first major title

This was yang's 75th major start, the most before a player's first major title since angela stanford, who was playing her 76th., by tim booth | the associated press • published 4 hours ago • updated 4 hours ago.

Amy Yang built a huge lead and survived a couple of late mistakes to win her long-awaited first major title on Sunday, a three-shot victory in the KMPG Women's PGA Championship .

Yang closed with an even-par 72 at Sahalee to finish at 7-under 281. She was nearly flawless for the first 15 holes and reached 10 under for the tournament for a seven-shot lead before running into a little bit of trouble. But none of her pursuers was able to mount a significant charge.

Philadelphia news 24/7: Watch NBC10 free wherever you are

At age 34, Yang is the oldest major winner on the LPGA Tour since Angela Stanford won the 2018 Evian Championship at age 40. Anna Nordqvist had recently turned 34 when she won the Women’s British Open in 2021.

This was Yang's 75th major start, the most before a player's first major title since Stanford, who was playing her 76th.

Get Philly local news, weather forecasts, sports and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.

Yang's sixth LPGA victory was her first since last year's CME Group Tour Championship, which was also the most recent victory by a South Korean player. She earned a spot in the Paris Olympics, where she will represent South Korea for the third time.

Twice earlier in her career, Yang held the 54-hole lead in a major only to fall short. At the 2014 U.S. Women’s Open at Pinehurst, Yang was tied with Michelle Wie going into the final round, but shot 74 as Wie won. A year later in the same tournament at Lancaster Country Club, Yang had a three-shot advantage, but In Gee Chun shot 66 to win by one.

This time, Lilia Vu and Jin Young Ko each shot 71 to tie for second at 4 under. Vu shot three rounds under par, but couldn’t overcome a 75 in the first round.

Scottie Scheffler wins 2024 Travelers Championship after playoff

Protesters storm the 18th green at Travelers Championship

Yang was remarkably steady until her final few holes. She made five bogeys over her first 69 holes before she three-putted the 16th. Then she pushed her tee shot on the par-3 17th well right and it bounced into a lake, leading to double bogey.

Yang steadied herself with a perfect tee shot on the par-5 18th, leading to a two-putt par and a massive celebration on the green, where she was doused with Champagne by several players.

Yang held a two-shot advantage when she stepped to the first tee on a cooler Sunday after three straight days of above-average temperatures. The front nine saw breezes whistle through the towering trees to the point play had to be paused so pollen buds could be blown off the greens.

Yang was unfazed. By the time she made the turn, she led by five. Yang birdied the first hole,  chipped in for birdie  from 23 yards off the green on the fifth and dropped a 7-foot birdie putt on the eighth — the toughest hole on the course — to move to 9 under.

When she hit into the trees on No. 10 and made bogey, Yang responded with a birdie at the 11th and made her final birdie at the 13th.

Playing in the final group with Yang, Lauren Hartlage had a chance to tie the lead at 8 under, but her 5-foot birdie try on the par-5 sixth hole caught the left edge, spun around the cup and stayed out. Hartlage made double bogeys at Nos. 7 and 8 and made the turn six shots behind. She tied for fifth at 3 under, her best career finish.

This article tagged under:

Advertisement

2024 titleist golf balls: which is right for your game and budget, share this article.

For more than two decades, the Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x have been the most-played golf balls on the PGA Tour, the DP World Tour, the LPGA Tour and at every major amateur event, including the NCAA Championships, but the Titleist portfolio of golf balls goes much deeper than those two offerings. According to Titleist, in 2023, the company’s golf balls were used to win 159 professional events, while the next closest competitor scored 28.

Titleist golf balls are typically updated on two-year product cycles, so after the 2023 release of new versions of the Pro V1 and Pro V1x, it was not surprising that the brand did not release another update before the start of the 2024 season. However, Titleist did drop a new AVX, Tour Soft and TruFeel.

The Titleist Tour Speed, which had been a complimentary ball to the Tour Soft, has been discontinued to streamline the family of offerings.

For 2024, there are seven golf balls available at retail , with the Pro V1, Pro V1x and Pro V1x Left Dash elevated to the most-premium position in the lineup. Titleist feels that if price is not taken into consideration, those three golf balls offer the best overall performance and one of them would be ideal for nearly all golfers. However, price, as we all know, is a factor for most golfers when it comes to buying golf balls, so the other four balls — AVX, Tour Soft, Velocity and TruFeel — are designed with specific player types in mind and at lower prices.

The best way to find out which Titleist golf ball is best suited for your game is to try them, starting around the green with chip shots, pitch shots and short approach shots before progressing into iron shots and finally tee shots. Consider how much spin you generate and the control you have with your wedges, the flight of your iron shots produce and then the distance you create with your fairway woods and driver. Prioritize what you need your golf ball to do, then take price into consideration, and you should be able to find a solid choice for your game and your wallet.

Shop all Titleist golf balls at PGA TOUR Superstore Shop all Titleist golf balls at Worldwide Golf

Titleist Pro V1

The 2023 Titleist Pro V1. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Price: $54.99 per dozen

Specs: Three-piece construction with cast urethane cover Since 2000, the Pro V1 has been one of the most popular and most-played balls in golf, so we will use this ball as the baseline for comparisons in this article. The Pro V1 is a three-piece ball that features a high-gradient core designed to be soft in the center and grow progressively firmer toward the perimeter. That core is encased in a firm mantle layer, which in turn has a very thin and soft cast urethane cover applied over it. The large differential between the rigid outer portion of the core and the soft inner area helps to reduce spin with your long clubs, while the soft cover on top of the mantle makes it easier for your short irons and wedges to grab the ball on approach shots, chips and pitch shots to generate spin and control.

Shop Titleist Pro V1 golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist Pro V1 golf ball at WWG

Titleist Pro V1x

The 2023 Titleist Pro V1x. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Specs:   Four-piece, dual-core construction with cast urethane cover Like the standard Pro V1, the Pro V1x was most-recently updated for 2023. It remains a four-piece ball made with a dual-core design inside a firm mantle layer that is encased in a soft urethane cover. In a higher-compression ball like as the Pro V1x, excessive spin can be generated with longer clubs, but by using two cores, Titleist designers were able to drop the spin generated at higher speeds. For the current ball , the inner core’s volume was increased 44 percent, and like the Pro V1’s core, it is softer in the center and gets progressively firmer toward the perimeter. The outer core, which is slightly thinner, was made marginally firmer. T he new gradient core amplifies the effect of having two cores with different levels of firmness, so the 2023 Pro V1x can now deliver more speed. In addition to feeling firmer than the Pro V1, the Pro V1x should fly slightly higher and generate slightly more spin, both off the tee and around the green.

Shop Titleist Pro V1x golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist Pro V1x golf ball at WWG

Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash

The Pro V1x Left Dash. (David Dusek)

Price: $54.99 per dozen 

Specs : Four-piece, urethane-covered balls available in white The Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash made its debut in 2019 and has not been updated, mainly because it services a very specific group of golfers. Like the standard Pro V1x, it is a four-piece ball with a dual-core system inside a mantle layer and a urethane cover. The dual-core system helped Titleist engineers create a greater firmness separation between the inner core and the outer core, which for fast-swinging players can mean more distance off the tee with less spin. The Pro V1x Left Dash will be the firmest-feeling ball in the lineup, but what makes it unique is it should produce less spin on full-swing shots than either the Pro V1 or Pro V1x. At the same time, Pro V1x Left Dash will fly higher than Pro V1, making it an interesting alternative to the Pro V1 and Pro V1x for fast-swinging golfers who often produce excessive spin that robs them of distance.

Shop Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash golf ball at WWG

Titleist AVX

The Titleist AVX ball for 2024. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Price:   $49.99 per dozen

Specs: Three-piece, urethane-covered golf balls. Available in White and Yellow. The first AVX was released in 2017 as an alternative to the V and X balls ( get it, AVX ) and this ball was updated for 2024. Like its predecessors, the current AVX is a three-piece ball with a urethane cover, but now the core is gradational, like the Pro V1, and the 2024 edition has been given a softer, thicker urethane cover to enhanced greenside spin. The softer, thicker urethane cover also helps to make the AVX feel softer at impact, even though the updated ball’s overall compression (80) is the same as the 2024 version. Compared to the Pro V1, the AVX is feel softer, produce less full-swing spin and fly lower on full-swing shots, but it’s greenside spin nearly matches Pro V1. In Titleist testing with a full-swing wedge, the updated AVX generated an average of 9,398 rpm of spin, which is only 201 rpm less than the current Pro V1. The AVX now has a suggested retail price that is $5 less than Pro V1, Pro V1x and Pro V1x Left Dash.

Shop Titleist AVX golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist AVX golf ball at WWG

Titleist Tour Soft

Titleist Tour Soft for 2024. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Price:   $39.99 per dozen

Specs: Two-piece, ionomer-covered golf balls. Available in white, yellow and green. Updated for 2024, the Tour Soft is a two-piece ball that has a massive gradational core to help golfers generate more speed and distance. The cover of the Tour Soft has a 346-dimple pattern that Titleist designers created to help the ball hold its line more effectively in windy conditions. However, unlike the Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and AVX, the Tour Soft does not have a urethane cover. Instead, the cover is made using an ultra-thin ionomer that Titleist refers to as Fusablend. Titleist claims that it differs from the hard ionomers put are used in most distance balls sold at budget prices. Titleist adds other materials to the ionomer to soften it, so the cover can be easily grabbed by the grooves in your wedges and short-irons on approach shots. Does it provide the same level of greenside spin that the urethane-covered Pro V1 and Pro V1x balls? No, but the Tour Soft is $15 less expensive than the Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and $10 less than AVX, and Titleist claims that it performs better than harder ionomer covers on the market.

Shop Titleist Tour Soft golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist Tour Soft golf ball at WWG

Titleist Velocity

Titleist Velocity for 2022. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Price:   $29.99 per dozen

Specs:  Two-piece, Surlyn-covered ball The current Velocity was released in 2022 and like its predecessors, it is a two-piece ball that features a large core and an ionomer cover. However, the current Velocity’s higher-compression LSX core measures 1.55 inches in diameter. A golf ball’s total diameter is 1.68 inches, so this core is massive, helping it deliver more speed off the tee and with long irons. With a price that is $25 per dozen less than Titleist’s most-premium offerings, and with a name like Velocity, golfers know what this ball is about. Unlike Titleist’s urethane balls that use the cover material to help generate spin and stopping power on the green, Velocity crea tes stopping power with trajectory. Velocoty flies higher than most Titleist balls, so it can create a steeper descent angle that can help iron shots and wedges naturally stop quicker.

Shop Titleist Velocity golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist Velocity golf ball at WWG

Titleist TruFeel

Titleist TruFeel for 2024. (David Dusek/Golfweek)

Price:   $24.99 per dozen

Specs: Two-piece, ionomer-covered golf balls. Available in white, yellow and matte red The latest version of TruFeel has a newly-formulated core that Titleist calls TruTouch. While it is slightly smaller than the core in the previous TruFeel ball, it still helps golfers generate more ball speed for good distance off the tee. The benefit of going with a smaller core is it allowed Titleist to make the TruFlex cover, which is made from a blend of ionomer and softening polymers, slightly thicker. The softer cover can be grabbed by the grooves of wedges and short irons more easily, so the 2024 TruFeel should give players more greenside spin and control. TruFeel has a lower compression to go along with the thicker cover, so at impact, the ball will feel softer than other Titleist balls, but the dimple pattern and cover design were made to help it create a low, penetrating ball flight. Think of the Titleist TruFeel as the best Titleist ball the company can make, knowing that the price needs to be less than half of what golfers pay for a Pro V1.

Shop Titleist TruFeel golf ball at PGATSS Shop Titleist TruFeel golf ball at WWG

See more equipment: Best drivers for 2024 | Best irons for 2024 | Best putters for 2024 | Best golf balls for 2024

We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. Golfweek operates independently, though, and this doesn’t influence our coverage.

Most Popular

Watch: protesters dragged off after storming 18th green at 2024 travelers championship as final group finishes, social media reacts to protestors storming the green at the 2024 travelers championship, three fans involved in lightning strike during weather delay near 2024 travelers championship, meet the 60 players who qualified for the 2024 summer olympic men's golf competition in paris, 2024 travelers championship prize money payouts for each pga tour player, golfweek's best 2024: top public-access golf courses in every state, ranked, scottie scheffler wins 2024 travelers championship, becomes first player since tiger woods to win six times in a season.