时间：2025-07-23 10:40:16
The prestigious Buick LPGA Shanghai will return to the Shanghai Qizhong Garden Golf Club from October 9-12, 2025. As the first event of the 2025 LPGA Fall Asia Swing, it will bring together the world’s top female golfers for a thrilling showdown, delivering an elite competition eagerly-awaited by Chinese fans and reigniting golf’s momentum.
Yin Ruoning, Champion of the 2024 Buick LPGA Shanghai
Jointly sanctioned by the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association) and the China LPGA (CLPGA), the Buick LPGA Shanghai has established itself as a global stage for champions. Featuring 81 top players competing for a USD 2.2 million purse under a no-cut format, the Buick LPGA Shanghai will see defending champion Yin Ruoning headline the world-class lineup. The Chinese star, a former world No. 1 and major winner, aims for back-to-back victories on home soil.
Returning to Her Roots: Yin Ruoning Embodies the Spirit of a Champion
In the autumn of 2024, Yin Ruoning delivered a career-defining performance at the Buick LPGA Shanghai, carding eight birdies in a blistering final round to shoot 8-under par and finish at a record-breaking 25-under par, claiming the title and etching her name into the tournament lore. Riding this momentum, she hoisted her fifth LPGA trophy at the subsequent Malaysia event, cementing her status among China’s new generation of elite contenders. As a graduate of the Buick Junior Golf Program, Yin’s rise to the top stands as a powerful testament to the tournament’s role in nurturing future champions.
Major Champion Yin Ruoning Headlines 2024 Buick LPGA Shanghai
Hailing from Shanghai, Yin Ruoning—a Gen Z phenom now firmly established among golf's elite, maintains a unique connection to the Buick LPGA Shanghai. Her journey traces an extraordinary arc through the tournament's history: attending as a spectator (2018), claiming Low Amateur honors via a Buick Junior Program exemption (2019), making her professional debut (2023), and ultimately seizing the championship trophy before a roaring home crowd (2024). Each milestone in her meteoric rise stands as testament to the tournament's legacy as a champion-forging platform.
“The Buick LPGA Shanghai holds a special place in my heart,” said Yin Ruoning. “It has witnessed my growth and opened the door for countless young Chinese players to pursue their dreams. I am deeply grateful to the Buick brand for its lasting support of me, junior golf, and the overall development of the sport in China.”
Yin’s story exemplifies how the Buick LPGA Shanghai has contributed to the rise of Chinese women’s golf. Mr. He Fengxiang, President of the China Golf Association, stated, “The Buick LPGA Shanghai is not only a world-class competitive platform but also a cornerstone initiative for elevating China's golf standards and expanding junior participation. It helps players transition from junior to professional ranks and showcases the intergenerational rise of Chinese women’s golf. Critically, as a strategic platform for Olympic preparation, the tournament supports talent development for the 2028 Los Angeles Games and builds momentum toward the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. We firmly believe that more young Chinese players will reach the global stage through this event."
Lin Xiyu, Buick Golf Ambassador and 2024 Olympic Bronze Medalist
With world-class standards, international exposure, and growing influence, the Buick LPGA Shanghai shines a spotlight on Shanghai each autumn. The tournament has earned the “Shanghai Sports” designation for consecutive years, and in 2025, it achieves a pivotal milestone with elevation from Class Developing to Class Hallmark —a testament to its exceptional operational execution and competitive excellence within Shanghai's sports event hierarchy. Mr. Luo Wenhua, Deputy Director General of Shanghai Administration of Sports, commented, “Marking its fifth edition in Shanghai this 2025, the Buick LPGA Shanghai not only meets the city's demand for world-class sports spectating but has become a dynamic showcase of Shanghai's vitality and global appeal.”
Champion-Makers: The Buick LPGA Legacy of Excellence
The Buick LPGA Shanghai traces its origins to the 2014 Buick Invitational and 2015 Buick Championship, achieving dual LPGA-CLPGA sanctioning under its current identity in 2018. The tournament's legacy boasts six Olympic golf medalists, including former Buick golf Ambassador Feng Shanshan (Bronze, Rio 2016), current Buick Ambassador Lin Xiyu (Bronze, Paris 2024), and Major champions Lydia Ko (Gold, Paris 2024) and Nelly Korda (Gold, Tokyo 2020). Beyond Olympic pedigree, the tournament has featured 35 Major winners and 82 LPGA titleholders - a concentration of championship-caliber talent cementing its stature on golf's global calendar.
(Left) Lydia Ko, 2024 Olympic Golf Gold Medalist
(Right) Nelly Korda, 2020 Olympic Golf Gold Medalist
While celebrating many champions, the Buick LPGA Shanghai has also helped cultivate new stars. Ms. Li Hong, Managing Director of the China LPGA Tour, noted, “Through its evolution from CLPGA to LET and LPGA collaboration, the tournament has become a launching pad for emerging talent. From 2018 to 2023, every recipient of the tournament’s Low Amateur award turned professional and went on to win titles—validating its exceptional player development value. The Buick LPGA Shanghai will remain integral to China's professional golf ecosystem, accelerating the growth of women's elite players.”
As the founding partner of this world-class golf tournament, Buick’s brand ethos of "relentless innovation and self-transcendence" remains intrinsically aligned with the spirit of golf. 2025 also marks Buick’s 20th anniversary of cultivating golf in China. Mr. Lu Xiao, General Manager of SAIC-GM, stated, “From Feng Shanshan’s historic win to Yin Ruoning’s home victory, we have witnessed the generational rise of Chinese women’s golf. These are not only personal triumphs but also a reflection of Buick’s long-term commitment and pioneering spirit. We remain dedicated to building a world-class competition platform where Chinese golfers can chase their dreams against the best. The Buick LPGA Shanghai is both a championship arena and a genuine embodiment of the Buick brand. We will continue to grow with Chinese golf and witness more glory unfold.”
United at the Tee: Shaping Golf's Global Landscape
The development of the Buick LPGA Shanghai has been made possible through the joint efforts and strong support of multiple partners, further solidifying its strategic position within the LPGA's global landscape. Mr. Chris Madsen, Managing Director of LPGA Asia-Pacific Region, commented, “China represents a crucial market within the LPGA's global strategic footprint. We are honored to partner with Buick, our long-term collaborator, to establish a world-class women’s golf tournament in China. Today, the Buick LPGA Shanghai has become one of the most influential LPGA events in Asia and continues to inject strong momentum into women’s golf worldwide.”
Jeeno ThiTikul, Former World No. 1 Player
For years, the Shanghai Golf Association has championed sustainable elevation of golf standards. Mr. Lin Kaiwen, President of Shanghai Golf Association, noted, “As a premier international event held in Shanghai, the Buick LPGA Shanghai consistently delivers championship-caliber competition and contributes to the city’s multi-layered golf tournament ecosystem. Beyond integrating golf into urban lifestyles and boosting public engagement, it actively fosters a dynamic and expansive golf development landscape."
As a co-founder of the tournament, Mr. Grant Slack, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Golf Events, IMG, stated: “World-class fields and exceptional player performances at past editions of the Buick LPGA Shanghai have helped to ensure the tournament has become a key event on the global golf calendar. We extend our gratitude to the China Golf Association, Shanghai Administration of Sports, the Shanghai Minhang District People’s Government, the LPGA, the CLPGA, SAIC-GM Buick, and the Shanghai Qizhong Garden Golf Club and all tournament partners for their invaluable support. We will continue to work closely with all parties to continue to elevate the Buick LPGA Shanghai in years to come.”
Mr. Zhang Xin, President of Shanghai Qizhong Garden Golf Club, remarked, “As the long-standing host venue for the Buick LPGA Shanghai, we are committed to maintaining championship-level course conditions and service excellence. We warmly welcome the return of this prestigious event and look forward to providing an exceptional experience for the world’s leading female golfers.”
Autumn's Grand Stage: Where Champions Rise
From October 9-12, 2025, the Buick LPGA Shanghai will return to Shanghai with a stellar lineup of champions. Ticket details and on-sale dates will be announced shortly via official channels. Fans are warmly invited to gather at Shanghai Qizhong Garden Golf Club to witness this world-class tournament and celebrate the spirit of championship golf together.
