CME Group Tour Championship Kicks Off with Strong Performances in Round 1

The 2024 CME Group Tour Championship, one of the most anticipated events in women’s golf, began on November 21, 2024, with the top 60 golfers competing for a record $11 million purse. The tournament, held at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida, saw several players make strong statements in the first round.

Angel Yin took the early lead with an impressive score of 65, shooting 35 on the front nine and 30 on the back nine. Close behind her are Marina Alex and Allisen Corpuz, both of whom carded scores of 66. Celine Boutier and Linn Grant also had notable performances, each scoring 67 in the first round.

The CME Group Tour Championship is not only significant for its substantial prize money but also for its role in concluding the LPGA Tour season. The winner will take home a $4 million check, the largest single-event prize in women’s golf history.

Other top storylines entering the tournament include the quest for the season’s final major honors and the culmination of the LPGA’s points race. The event is expected to draw significant attention, with golf fans tuning in to see which player will emerge victorious and claim the lucrative prize.