The PIF London Championship is set to inspire as it returns to Centurion Club this summer, part of the prestigious PIF Global Series on the Ladies European Tour (LET).
From 8-10 August, the tournament will proudly celebrate its 5th consecutive appearance at the renowned Hertfordshire venue.
The PIF London Championship is reinstated as a significant event on the Ladies European Tour calendar.
Esteemed established professionals and emerging talent from across the globe will compete for accolades and a heightened prize fund of $2 million.
Tickets are now available for purchase, with early-bird pricing starting as low as £5 until July 7.
To create a more family-friendly atmosphere, children under 16 can attend at no cost when accompanied by a paying adult.
To support the future of golf, the organisers of the PIF London Championship are committed to donating 100% of ticket sales to grassroots golf initiatives throughout England.
Aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its broader transformation in the sporting sector, the tournament underscores the Kingdom’s ongoing investment in sports as a catalyst for opportunity and advancement.
This commitment is particularly evident in the promotion of women’s golf, exemplified by events such as the PIF London Championship, which enhances the visibility and earning potential of female athletes on the international stage.
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Additionally, the viewership for the women’s final at the 2023 U.S. Open exceeded that of the men’s final. Notably, in 2024, the Paris Olympics featured an equal number of male and female athletes competing for the first time in history.
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Research conducted by Nielsen Sports indicates that women’s sports are regarded as more “inspiring,” “progressive,” “family-oriented,” and “pure” in comparison to their male counterparts.
I see a clear indication of this trend influencing the decision of the Saudis and the Centurion Club.