Not a single shot has been struck in the fifth and final major of the year yet, but the tournament is already buzzing after the AIG Women’s British Open announced a purse increase of $1.3 million to $5.8 million, making it the largest prize in women’s golf.
What’s more, in 2022 the purse will increase by another $1 million to $6.8 million when the event moves to Muirfield for the first time.
“We believe that this action to make changes sends a strong signal that more needs to be done,” said Martin Slumbers, Chief Executive of The R&A, “and I believe can be done, by everyone involved in our sport.”
On that high note, here are five things to look for this week at the Women’s British Open.
