It’s time for one of the best amateur events of the year: the Augusta National Women’s Amateur.
Now in its fifth edition, 72 of the best female amateurs across the world will take on Champions Retreat Golf Club in Evans, Georgia, the first two rounds (Wednesday and Thursday) before the top 30 and ties make the final round Saturday at Augusta National Golf Club. Every golfer in the field will get to participate in a Friday practice round at Augusta National.
Rose Zhang defeated Jenny Bae in a playoff last year to win the fourth ANWA title. Both players have since turned professional.
Anna Davis is the only defending champion in the field, as 2021 winner Tsubasa Kajitani withdrew last week.
Meet the field: Americans | Internationals
Here are a dozen players to watch at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur.