Lottie Woad is listed in the official 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship field, confirming the English player for the major at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota, from June 25-28, 2026.
The championship’s announced field carries notable depth: all top 100 players in the current Race to CME Globe Rankings are included, along with defending champion Minjee Lee and a group of past champions.
For Woad, the confirmation comes at a timely point. She arrives after narrowly missing out at the Meijer LPGA Classic, where Miyu Yamashita beat her in a playoff. That finish still underlined Woad’s ability to contend quickly against elite LPGA opposition.
Hazeltine Field Gives Woad A Fast Reset
The official field announcement places Woad among the names to watch at a venue with major-championship weight and demanding shot values. Hazeltine’s scale should test driving, long-iron control and patience, while its greens are likely to reward players who can keep approach play under pressure. For the full list, see the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship field announcement.
What matters for Woad is the reset. A playoff defeat can linger, but it can also sharpen preparation when the next target is already clear. Her recent performance suggests she does not need to overhaul much; the priority is turning chances into a four-round major performance.
The wider context is just as compelling. Lee’s return as defending champion gives the week an obvious benchmark, and the presence of previous winners raises the standard for every rising contender. With the top 100 from the Race to CME Globe Rankings included, there is little room for a soft draw or quiet opening round.
Next, watch how Woad manages Hazeltine’s tougher scoring stretches and whether her Meijer form translates into calmer closing holes. If it does, this appearance could become an important marker in her move from promising challenger to consistent major threat on a demanding major stage.
