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SUMMARY:Amundi Evian Championship
DESCRIPTION:The Amundi Evian Championship takes place at Evian Resort Golf Club in Evian-les-Bains\, France from 9 to 12 July 2026. The 5th and final major championship of the LPGA Tour season\, and the only women’s golf major staged in continental Europe\, the 2026 edition carries a prize purse of $9.1 million\, up $1.1 million on the previous year. Set against Lake Geneva and the French Alps\, it is one of the most visually spectacular events in world sport. \nEvian Resort Golf Club and the Setting\nEvian Resort Golf Club sits above the spa town of Evian-les-Bains on the southern shore of Lake Geneva\, with the Swiss Alps rising on the far side of the water. The course is laid out at altitude in the foothills of the Alps and incorporates significant elevation changes\, with several holes offering sweeping panoramic views across the lake. \nThe setting is unlike anything else on the women’s major calendar. Fairways rise and fall through the Alpine landscape\, and conditions can shift considerably as mountain weather moves in from the surrounding peaks. Players frequently cite altitude as a factor requiring adjustment: the ball travels further in thinner air\, affecting distance calculations and shot selection throughout the week. When Alpine breezes develop\, particularly over the weekend rounds\, the course presents a considerably more demanding examination. \nThe Evian Resort itself is a luxury property with deep historical roots\, and the championship week draws large numbers of spectators from France and neighbouring countries\, including Switzerland\, the United Kingdom\, and Germany. The atmosphere\, combining elite sport with one of Europe’s most beautiful natural backdrops\, makes the Evian Championship one of the most enjoyable venues on the global golf calendar to visit in person. \nMajor Status and History\nThe Evian Championship became an official LPGA major in 2013\, giving women’s golf its 5th major championship and completing a schedule that mirrors the five-major structure of the men’s PGA Tour. The tournament’s roots reach back further: it was established as an event on the Ladies European Tour in 1994 and was co-sanctioned by both the LET and LPGA from 2000 onwards. \nSince gaining major status\, the Evian Championship has produced a remarkable sequence of compelling final rounds and first-time major winners. In 2025\, Grace Kim became the 3rd consecutive champion to claim her first major title at Evian\, following Ayaka Furue in 2024 and Celine Boutier in 2023. Boutier’s victory on home soil\, in front of a passionate French crowd on a sunny July Sunday above Lake Geneva\, was one of the most emotional sporting moments of that year and demonstrated the unique atmosphere this event generates. \nMinjee Lee of Australia won in 2022\, while Brooke Henderson of Canada is another major champion with Evian on her record. South Korean players have established a proud tradition at this event: Hyo-Joo Kim\, In-Gee Chun\, and Jin Young Ko have all lifted the trophy\, with Ko’s victory particularly dominant given her position at the top of the world rankings at that time. \nThe 2026 Prize Purse\nThe 2026 Amundi Evian Championship offers total prize money of $9.1 million\, up $1.1 million from the previous year. The increase reflects continued investment in women’s professional golf and confirms the Evian Championship as one of the richest events on the LPGA Tour. The winner’s share places this title among the most financially significant in the women’s game\, alongside its status as a major championship and the prestige that comes with it. \nContenders and Key Storylines for 2026\nNelly Korda\, who holds the world No. 1 ranking and has accumulated multiple major titles in recent seasons\, heads the list of leading contenders. Korda’s consistency across the biggest events in women’s golf makes her the clear frontrunner whenever a major is on the line\, and a first Evian title would further strengthen her case as the defining player of her era. \nCeline Boutier\, the 2023 champion\, will return to Evian as the favourite of the home crowd. Her knowledge of the course and its conditions\, combined with the reception she receives from French spectators\, gives her an intangible advantage that has not been lost on the rest of the field. Minjee Lee and Brooke Henderson bring multiple visits to this course and a detailed understanding of its peculiarities. \nThe recent tradition of first-time major winners at Evian also adds intrigue to the 2026 edition. In each of the past 3 years\, a player has claimed her opening major title at this venue\, suggesting that Evian continues to produce conditions in which a breakthrough performance is not only possible but likely. \nHow to Watch\nThe Amundi Evian Championship is broadcast internationally across a range of networks. In the United States\, coverage is available through Golf Channel and NBC\, with the LPGA Tour’s digital platforms providing streaming options. European audiences can access coverage through their regional broadcasters. Check local listings for round-by-round broadcast times\, with the first round beginning on Thursday 9 July. \nGetting There and Tickets\nEvian-les-Bains is accessible from Geneva by rail\, road\, and lake ferry\, making it a straightforward journey for spectators travelling from the United Kingdom and across Europe. Ticket information for the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship is available through the official tournament website at amundi.evianchampionship.com. The event attracts a broad international audience and is one of the most scenically spectacular sporting experiences available in the summer calendar.
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