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World's Best Women Golfers Converge on Northwest Arkansas
Rogers, Arkansas — Beginning this week, the world’s best women golfers converge on Pinnacle Country Club for the prestigious Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G. The 2025 edition of this LPGA Tour stop promises thrilling competition, community festivities, and plenty of storylines.
History & Venue
The tournament has been held at Pinnacle Country Club since its debut in 2007, and it has grown into a cornerstone event on the LPGA schedule. NWA Championship+2Wikipedia+2
Pinnacle is a challenging 18-hole course (Par 71), redesigned in 2008 by Randy Heckenkemper. Its layout features a demanding mix of long par 5s, tricky par 3s, and holes that reward strategic tee shots and precision. Wikipedia+1
The purse for the tournament in recent years has been $3 million, with the winner’s share in 2024 at $450,000. Media+2Wikipedia+2
What’s New & What’s At Stake
Field & Players: Expect a strong field, including many of the top-ranked LPGA professionals. Arkansas alums and local favorites also add to the intrigue. NWA Championship+2LPGA+2
Fan & Community Events: More than just golf — the championship week features side events like the BITE Experience food festival, the Walmart & P&G Kids Confidence Club, junior golf initiatives, and a 5K benefiting local causes. It’s become a significant event for the Northwest Arkansas area. 5 News Online+2NWA Championship+2
Sustainability & Access: The event is GEO Certified for sustainability, one of only a couple LPGA tournaments with that distinction. Ticket pricing remains accessible with free or discounted access for children, military, first responders, and families. Rogers-Lowell Chamber+1
Key Players & Past Champions
The reigning champion, Jasmine Suwannapura, claimed the 2024 title in dramatic fashion, using an eagle on the second playoff hole to edge out Lucy Li. LPGA+1
Other recent champions include Atthaya Thitikul (2022), Hae Ran Ryu (2023), and Nasa Hataoka, which speaks to the level of competition and how tight the margins often are. Wikipedia
Watch for standouts in putting, experience in playoff situations, and those who can handle pressure over Sunday’s final stretch.
What to Watch For
Course conditions & strategy: Pinnacle’s re-design means the long par 5s and precise par 3s will test both length and accuracy off the tee. A windy day or firm greens could separate the leaders.
Momentum players: Those coming in with recent strong finishes could use that confidence late in the season.
Playoff potential: Given past history (e.g., 2024), this event often comes down to clutch moments. Expect nerves, opportunity, and possibly extra holes to decide the champion.
Final Thoughts
The Walmart NW Arkansas Championship is more than just another stop on the LPGA calendar — it’s a community event, a marker of prestige, and a test of skill under pressure. Whether you follow for the drama, the local flavor, or the golf itself, this week at Pinnacle Country Club will be one to remember.
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