Charley Hull Victorious at PIF Saudi Ladies International
News Summary
Charley Hull has claimed victory at the PIF Saudi Ladies International, marking her first win since September 2025. With a superb final round of 65, she finished the tournament at 19-under-par. Hull’s impressive performance included four birdies and an eagle on the back nine, leading to a nail-biting finish against fierce competition. This win highlights her return to form as she approaches her 30th birthday, adding to her total of five titles on the Ladies European Tour.
Charley Hull Shines at PIF Saudi Ladies International
What a thrilling start to the Ladies European Tour season! Charley Hull, currently ranked No. 5 in the world, has snagged a fantastic victory at the season-opening PIF Saudi Ladies International. It was a nail-biting finish, and Hull basked in the glory of her impressive final round, shooting a sensational seven-under-par 65, leading her to a triumphant win.
The Final Round Finesse
With the tension palpable, Hull entered the final round three shots shy of the overnight leaders and needed to bring her A-game to the course. For the first ten holes, she played steadily, managing a single birdie. But it was on the back nine where she made her move! Hull caught fire, reeling off an incredible four birdies, along with an eagle on the par-five 12th hole. She saved her best for last, sealing her win with a crucial birdie on the 18th hole, which brought her total score to an outstanding 19-under-par for the tournament.
A Heart-Pounding Finish
South Africa’s Casandra Alexander and Japan’s Akie Iwai weren’t far behind, finishing tied for second at 18-under-par. Alexander had a golden opportunity to push for a playoff but stumbled with a bogey on the 17th and finished par on 18. It was a closely contested finish, keeping fans on the edge of their seats!
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Other Notable Performers
Among the other contestants, fellow English golfer Mimi Rhodes made waves by finishing tied for sixth with a solid final round score of 67. The competition was fierce with a total purse of $5 million, the highest on the LET outside of the majors, making it even more enticing for the players.
Looking Ahead to Future Events
Meanwhile, the 2026 season is set to be a game-changer as the LPGA will sanction a PIF-funded event for the first time, with the next big tournament being the Aramco Championship in Las Vegas this April. It’s an exciting time for ladies’ golf, though the tournament has attracted its share of controversy due to Saudi Arabia’s human rights records, particularly regarding women’s rights.