Lydia Ko to return to S’pore to defend HSBC Women’s World Championship title

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Lydia Ko of New Zealand poses with her trophy at the 18th hole after winning the HSBC Womens World Championship at the Tanjong Golf Course on March 2.

PHOTO: ST FILE

Summary

• Lydia Ko aims to defend her HSBC Womens World Championship title in Singapore in 2026, a feat only achieved by Ko Jin-young.
• In 2026, the tournament at Sentosa Golf Club will feature a larger field of 72 players and a US$3 million prize.
• HSBC renewed its sponsorship until 2030, reaffirming dedication to the event and showcasing Singapore as a world-class sports venue.

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SINGAPORE – Former world No. 1 Lydia Ko boasts an extensive list of achievements that few can rival, and in 2026 she will be aiming to add another milestone to her glittering resume when she returns to Singapore to

defend her HSBC Women’s World Championship crown

Only Ko Jin-young has won back-to-back titles in 17 editions of the tournament, while Park In-bee lifted the trophy twice, in 2015 and 2017.

But world No. 6 Ko will be hoping to change that.

Not one to back down from a challenge, she said: “Winning this event, Asia’s major, has always been a goal of mine, and to finally achieve it was an incredible moment.

“The course, the fans, and the atmosphere in Singapore make it such a special tournament, and I feel so proud to have my name on the trophy.

“I’m excited to come back