The 2026 Ford Championship returns to Whirlwind Golf Club in Arizona from March 26-29 for the third edition of the LPGA event.
The Ford Championship was launched in 2024 and regularly draws a deep field, underlined by the two previous winners being Nelly Korda and Hyo Joo Kim.
The 2026 field is headlined by Korda world number one Jeeno Thitikul and a host of other top‑10 ranked players bidding for victory in the desert at Whirlwind Golf Club..
Current 2026 Ford Championship Betting Odds
| Player | Betting Odds |
|---|---|
| Nelly Korda | 10/1 (+1000) |
| Jeeno Thitikul | 12/1 (+1200) |
| Sei Young Kim | 14/1 (+1400) |
| Charley Hull | 16/1 (+1600) |
| Hyo Joo Kim | 18/1 (+1800) |
| Miyu Yamashita | 20/1 (+2000) |
Leading 2026 Ford Championship Contenders
Nelly Korda
Multi‑major winner Nelly Korda tops the betting market as she continues to build on a strong start to the 2026 LPGA season.
Her powerful ball‑striking, long‑game precision and ability to stay aggressive under pressure make her a natural fit for an event she won in 2024.
Korda thrives on courses that reward bold driving and confident iron play, and with fast fairways and firm greens in Arizona, she can turn long par‑4s into scoring holes this week.
Jeeno Thitikul
World‑class Thai star Jeeno Thitikul heads into the Ford Championship with major‑level form and a reputation for thriving under bright‑light conditions.
The world number one’s combination of distance, accuracy and composure in the final groups makes her a prime candidate for a challenge this week.
Thitikul’s ability to recover from the rough and keep the ball below the wind will be crucial. If she can find her rhythm on the greens and stay patient, she has the game to challenge.
Sei Young Kim
Immaculate ball‑striker Sei Young Kim remains one of the most consistent major‑calibre players on tour and arrives in form.
Her compact, repeatable swing and precise iron control suit Whirlwind and Kim can grind her way up the leaderboard across the week.
Charley Hull
English powerhouse Charley Hull brings a fearlessly aggressive style into the Ford Championship, a trait that aligns well with the test that awaits.
Hull’s length off the tee and willingness to attack pins can help her capitalise on birdie opportunities when conditions are benign.
Hyo Joo Kim
Hyo Joo Kim is the defending champion and arrives on the back of victory in the Fortinet Founders Cup last weekend.
Still one of the most underrated players on tour, she stacks top‑10s and solid finishes thanks to smooth ball‑striking and steady putting stroke as well as a disciplined approach.
Kim’s ability to stay within her game and avoid ambitious risk‑taking fits perfectly with a course that can punish the slightest over‑reach.
Miyu Yamashita
Japanese talent Miyu Yamashita enters the Ford Championship with growing momentum and a swing that is already tested against the very best.
Yamashita’s ceiling is high and she is one of the more intriguing longer‑shots in the field. If the greens are receptive and she finds a hot putter, she can explode onto the leaderboard and deliver a dream‑result for each‑way backers.
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