Amundi Evian Championship 2026: Nelly Korda Chases Career Grand Slam as Golf's Biggest Stars Gather in France

The fourth women's major of the season gets underway

The world's best female golfers have arrived at Evian Resort Golf Club in France for the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship, the fourth major championship of the LPGA season. With a stronger field than ever, the tournament promises four days of elite competition as several of the game's biggest names chase one of the sport's most prestigious titles.

Among the headline stories is world No. 1 Nelly Korda, who arrives as the overwhelming favorite after another remarkable campaign that has already produced multiple victories and two major championships.

Nelly Korda eyes a place in golfing history

Korda enters the week with an opportunity to move one step closer to golfing immortality.

After capturing the Chevron Championship earlier this season and adding the U.S. Women's Open title, the American now owns three different major championships. Victory in France would leave her just one title away from completing the coveted career Grand Slam, an achievement reserved for only a handful of the sport's greatest players.

Although the Evian Championship has never been Korda's strongest major, her current form makes her the player everyone will be trying to beat.

Charley Hull chasing the breakthrough she has long deserved

England's Charley Hull remains one of the biggest contenders this week as she continues her pursuit of a first major championship.

Hull has enjoyed another consistent season, highlighted by a runner-up finish at the U.S. Women's Open. Despite narrowly missing out on several major titles throughout her career, the world No. 4 arrives in France believing this could finally be her moment.

Former major champion Georgia Hall recently backed Hull to lift a major trophy, insisting her breakthrough is only a matter of time.

A world-class field ready to challenge

Korda and Hull are far from the only players capable of lifting the trophy.

World No. 2 Jeeno Thitikul returns hoping to erase the disappointment of last year's dramatic playoff defeat and claim her first major championship. Defending champion Grace Kim is back looking to repeat her memorable victory, while Minjee Lee, Brooke Henderson, Anna Nordqvist, Hyo Joo Kim and rising English star Lottie Woad all possess realistic chances of contending.

With so many elite players arriving in strong form, this year's championship could become one of the most competitive editions in recent memory.

Prize money reaches a new record

Tournament organizers have significantly increased the financial rewards for 2026.

The total prize fund now stands at $9.1 million, with the champion earning $1.365 million, making the Evian Championship one of the richest events in women's golf.

The increased purse reflects the continued growth of the women's game and the tournament's rising global profile since becoming a major championship in 2013.

An iconic venue overlooking Lake Geneva

The spectacular Evian Resort Golf Club once again provides one of the most picturesque settings in professional golf.

Nestled above Lake Geneva in southeastern France, the par-71 course combines breathtaking scenery with demanding shot-making, rewarding precision while punishing even small mistakes. Changing weather conditions and swirling mountain winds often play a decisive role throughout the championship.

The course has produced numerous dramatic finishes over the years, and another thrilling Sunday is expected.

A major week filled with significance

Beyond the race for the trophy, the tournament also carries major implications for the Solheim Cup standings and the remainder of the LPGA season.

For Korda, it's another chance to continue a historic campaign. For Hull and many of Europe's leading players, it's an opportunity to capture a long-awaited major title. For younger stars such as Lottie Woad, it's another stage to announce themselves among golf's elite.

With history, prestige and millions of dollars on the line, the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship is set to deliver one of the highlights of the women's golfing calendar.