HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Sept. 8, 2025 – The tournament field for the 2025 Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G was finalized today following an 18-hole qualifier at TPC River’s Bend in Hamilton Township. LPGA Tour professionals Heather Lin and Polly Mack (3-under 69) captured the final two spots to gain entry into the championship, taking place Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 11-14.
They will join a 144-player field that is the strongest field in the tournament’s four-year history. The field features:
· The top-four players in the world in Jeeno Thitikul (1), Nelly Korda (2), defending champion Lydia Ko (3) and 2023 champion Minjee Lee (4).
· Eight of the top-10 and 20 of the top-25 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings.
· 30 major champions, including all five major champions of the 2025 season.
· 21 of 24 champions of the 2025 season.
· Six players who have been No. 1 in the World: Jin Young Ko, Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda, Stacy Lewis, Jeeno Thitikul and Lilia Vu.
· LPGA Tour winners and fan favorites Lexi Thompson, Charley Hull, Hannah Green and Rose Zhang.
Previously announced sponsor exemptions competing in the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G are LPGA Tour professional Maria Fassi and Women’s Western Junior Championship winner Vidhi Lakhawala.
For a complete list of tournament entries, click HERE.
Tickets On Sale: Tickets and hospitality packages are available for the 2025 Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G. General admission tickets start at $29.58 a day (all fees included), and children 17 and under get in free with a ticketed adult. Military personnel (active, retired, reserve, veteran) will also be granted free general admission with proper identification. Spectators can save $5 per ticket when purchasing from participating Cincinnati-area Kroger locations.
Upgraded hospitality ticket packages are available for the 2025 Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G. These opportunities include: The Champions Club: $201.14 daily and $757.25 weekly (Thursday-Sunday), all fees included.
The Champions Club offers a fun, vibrant atmosphere with covered, open and outdoor seating on the 18th Green and includes (**Thursday-Saturday only, sold out for Sunday**).
· Inclusive bar (beer, wine, soft drinks, water), a daily featured lunch item and snacks
· Private restroom facilities
Tickets are now available for purchase at www.queencitylpga.com.
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