Raise your glasses and your phones to the LPGA Tour, which is celebrating its 75th year with a season that’s delivering both drama and depth. With 19 different champions from around the world winning tournaments so far in 2025, it has been a rollercoaster of rookies, rising stars, and can’t-miss Sundays. These elite athletes aren’t just crushing fairways and proving how far the game has come, they are dominating social media feeds across TikTok, Instagram, and beyond while building an influential presence all their own.
Since the first swing of the 2025 season, this year’s tour has proven one thing: anyone can win on any given Sunday. There is no runaway leader, no sure thing, and no new Annika Sorenstam (yet). With clutch playoff finishes, international flair, and fan-favorite social media darlings, expect tense leaderboard battles, rookie surprises, and a field that has never looked more exciting or entertaining.
Here’s who is cashing checks, grabbing headlines, and setting the bar as we head into the Women’s Scottish Open and the final major of the season, the AIG Women’s Open.
Big Wins of 2025 – Majors & Milestones
Meet Maja Stark – U.S. Women’s Open Winner
On June 1, Sweden’s Maja Stark clinched her first major at Erin Hills, finishing at 7-under, two strokes ahead of USA’s Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda from Japan, who tied for second place. Each took home a $1 million paycheck for the weekend. Stark’s $2.4 million payday vaulted her into second place on the money list.
Meet Mao Saigo – Chevron Championship Winner
In April, Mao Saigo won a five-way sudden-death playoff to capture her first LPGA major. She earned $1.2 million in a clutch moment during a field that has defined 2025 as one full of parity.
Meet Grace Kim – Evian Championship Winner
On July 13 in Evian-les-Bains, France, Australia’s Grace Kim battled Jeeno Thitikul, LPGA leader in several categories including Race to CME Globe points. Kim prevailed through 18 holes and ultimately won with an epic chip-in for eagle on the second playoff hole. Be sure to watch the viral video on the LPGA’s YouTube channel.
Meet Jeeno Thitikul – Mizuho Americas Open Winner
After a record-setting 2024 season, Thailand’s Jeeno Thitikul has reasserted her dominance with a commanding four-stroke win at the Mizuho Americas Open on May 11, earning $450,000. Of all the LPGA players in this tightly talented universe, Thitikul might be the safest pick for any fan or bettor looking for consistency and fire in the belly.
Current Money Leaders
The sun may be setting a bit earlier every Sunday night, but the LPGA money list sheds light on this season’s standout stars despite there being no repeat winners. Eighteen players have surpassed $1 million in earnings so far, and knowing who is finishing strong when big money is on the line is essential for anyone betting on LPGA winners.
Top 10 money earners as of July 21, 2025:
- Minjee Lee – $3,133,885
- Maja Stark – $2,573,190
- Jeeno Thitikul – $2,430,801
- Rio Takeda – $2,083,851
- Mao Saigo – $2,002,522
- Nelly Korda – $1,818,412
- Angel Yin – $1,629,485
- Hye Jin Choi – $1,543,642
- Ruoning Yin – $1,418,263
- Grace Kim – $1,405,468
Spotlight on the Top Three Money Leaders
1. Minjee Lee (AUS)
Stats: Consistent across events, Minjee’s major tally includes one win this season. Her scoring average hovers around 69.9, and she ranks highly in strokes-gained metrics for both approach and putting.
Vibe Check: A 2019 Women’s PGA Champion, Minjee is known for her calm demeanor and signature celebration pose. She is long off the tee and consistently in the mix on Sunday.
2. Maja Stark (SWE)
Stats: Stark’s U.S. Open win propelled her to second in the money rankings. In only three years, she has earned $5.3 million and finished in the top ten 14 times.
Vibe Check: At 25, she’s the first Swede to win the U.S. Women’s Open since Annika Sörenstam in 2006. She’s powerful and fearless but streaky, making the cut in only 7 of 12 events this season.
3. Jeeno Thitikul (THA)
Stats: Jeeno leads the Race to CME Globe and ranks first in strokes-gained and putts per GIR. Her scoring average sits at 69.24.
Vibe Check: Cool, consistent, and clutch. Jeeno earned $6 million in 2024 and has continued her dominance in 2025. Her resume includes a win at the Mizuho Americas Open, a T2 at Evian with a $722K payout, and a T4 at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. She has made the cut in 12 of 13 events this season. Bet against her at your own risk.
WHERE WE’RE HEADED NEXT
ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open – July 24–27 – Gailes, Ayrshire, Scotland
What to Watch: Lottie Woad makes her pro debut after finishing T3 at the Evian Championship as an amateur. She shot 13-under and shook up the leaderboard.
Who’s Hot: Keep an eye on Minjee Lee, Rio Takeda, and Nelly Korda. All are in the field and all are in top form.
AIG Women’s Open – July 31–Aug 3 – Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan, Wales
What to Watch: The final LPGA major of the season features defending 2024 champion Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda, rookie phenom Lottie Woad, and fan favorite Charley Hull, whose TikTok moments are almost as compelling as her golf.
Bonus storyline: Hull has publicly committed to quitting smoking.
Who’s Hot: Jeeno Thitikul and Lottie Woad are strong candidates for top-10 finishes.
FOR THE BETTING CROWD
Want smart money moves? Here’s your Sandman Sports cheat sheet:
Lock It In: Minjee Lee. With 11 career wins, 79 top-10 finishes, and $17.9 million in earnings, she might be the safest bet on tour.
Hot Hand, Hot Tip: Grace Kim ( is surging after her eagle-birdie-eagle finish at Evian.
Watchlist: Lottie Woad is young, fearless, and poised to shock the field again.
Bettor Beware: Maja Stark. When she’s hot, she’s hot. But with only a 58% cut rate this year, proceed with caution.
FINAL TAKE
The second half of 2025 is wide open with big money, viral moments, and leaderboard shake-ups guaranteed. Whether you’re watching for the golf, the glam, or the TikTok clips, Sandman Sports fans know one thing for sure:
These women aren’t just changing the game. They’ve got game, and it’s time you take notice.
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