New LPGA Pace of Play Rules Implement Stricter Penalties
The LPGA has announced significant modifications to its regulations on the pace of play, implementing severe financial penalties for players with timed holes throughout the 2025 season. This new policy aims to address and improve the rhythm of the game.
The LPGA Tour’s New Pace of Play Policy
The LPGA Tour has revised its policy relating to the pace of play for the 2025 season. Starting with the Ford Championship, the circuit will incorporate a tracking element for timed holes throughout the year.
- Players with 40 holes or more timed during the 2025 season will face financial penalties.
- The new policy excludes events like the
T-Mobile Match Play presented by MGM Rewards
, theU.S. Women’s Open
, theDow Championship
, and theAIG Women’s Open
.
Impact on Players and Tournaments
This move will also affect the Epson Tour, the LPGA’s secondary division. Starting April 25, players with 20 holes or more timed during the rest of the season will be fined. The new LPGA policy was announced during the first meeting of the season at the Founders Cup in February.
The measure comes at a crucial time as world number 1 Nelly Korda has spoken publicly about her satisfaction with the new pace of play policy too.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How many holes must a player have timed to face penalties?
Players must have 40 holes or more timed throughout the 2025 season.
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Which events are excluded from the new policy?
The
T-Mobile Match Play presented by MGM Rewards
, theU.S. Women’s Open
, theDow Championship
, and theAIG Women’s Open
are excluded.
Pro Tips for Faster Play
- Avoid unnecessary delays on the green by making faster club selections!
- Keep up with your group and make a quick walking pace of your round.
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