Historic course plays host to the LPGA’s fifth and final major of the season

The GIST: As August slips away into a moment in time, the best in women’s golf are preparing for the final major of the year, the AIG Women’s Open, which tees off tomorrow with a star-studded field on a historic course. Say less.

Iconic St Andrews plays host to the season’s fifth and final major: The birthplace of golf boasts historic landmarks and the baddest bunkers in the biz, many of which have legends and names of their own — for example, it’s best to avoid the aptly named Coffins bunkers on the 13th hole.

• While this is only the third time the event will be contested at the Grand Old Lady, it’s the 48th edition of the famed tournament and the 24th iteration of the event as a major.

Cash and exemptions on the line: Unlike in previous years, the 2024 purse didn’t increase year-over-year and is sitting pretty at a cool $9M. The $1.35M winner’s check is a nice boost to the bank account, but the champ also receives an AIG Women’s Open exemption, meaning they automatically qualify for future editions so long as they’re playing on a recognized pro tour. Sweet deal.

World No. 1 American Nelly Korda headlines loaded field: One hundred forty-four of the world’s best golfers begin play tomorrow morning, including Korda, defending AIG Women’s Open champ Lilia Vu, and Olympic Gold medalist Lydia Ko.

• The group to watch? The star-studded trio of Korda, Vu, and world No. 10 Charley Hull, who tee off tomorrow at 8:10 a.m. ET. Pure dead brilliant.