Female Golfers Dominating the Game Right Now – Part 2

We’re back for another edition of Female Golfers Dominating the Game Right Now. You can check out Part 1 of this series here. We’ve been digging through all kinds of content, trying to find you some new stars in women's golf to follow, and we believe we've landed on 10 more that may become your next favorite golfer!

This list has women who have accomplished many things in the sport, including breaking records, winning championships, and more. They turn this sport into something far more exciting, growing the perception of female athletes of all types. These aren't just women who play the game–they're women who win, and have skills to put most of us to shame.

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Just like before, this set of athletes is women who can compete with the best, and even have alluring personalities that have delighted fans around the world! Let's celebrate some real skill:

Hyo-joo Kim

 

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This South Korean pro made her name by winning the 2014 Evian Championship. She's known for exceptional precision and joined the LPGA Tour in 2015.

Mao Saigo

 

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Mao is a Japanese talent who has consistently been climbing the rankings. She became the 2024 LPGA Rookie of the Year, having proven herself quickly in her career.

Brooke Henderson

 

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This Canadian star is among the more highly accomplished talents on the LPGA tour, and is renowned as the "winningest Canadian Golfer" in history!

Jennifer Kupcho

 

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Jennifer has won 5 professional tournaments, and is best known for winning the inaugural Augusta National Women's Amateur.

Rose Zhang

 

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Young American with huge buzz and major potential, Zhang is known for her historic LPGA Debut in June 2023.

Miyū Yamashita

 

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This rising Japanese star became a major champion in 2025, winning the AIG Women's Open and dominating in her JLPGA tour!

Patty Tavatanakit

 

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Ranked among “hottest” golfers with a strong style and solid play, this golfer is renowned for winning the 2021 ANA Inspiration during her rookie year.

Lexi Thompson

 

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This veteran American star is known for her aggressive swing, having golfed professionally from a young age. Lexi became the youngest qualifier for the U.S. Women's Open at just 12-years-old.

Gaby López

 

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Mexican beauty and fan favorite both on and off the course, this three-time LPGA winner has proven herself time and time again. She's even become a prominent Olympian!

Hinako Shibuno

 

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Known as the “Smiling Cinderella” of women’s golf, she grinned her way to winning the 2019 Women's British Open in her international debut.