For many in the field of 156, this week marks their first time playing the Old Course at St. Andrews. That includes many of the world’s top players, including 2023 champion Lilia Vu. It’s a week of awe, excitement and practice rounds that turn into cram sessions, with so much to learn in varying winds.
This marks the first Women’s British Open since 1979 that Laura Davies is not in the field. The LPGA legend decided not to play in her final exempt year in what was to be her LPGA sendoff. She will instead be in the commentator’s box for Sky Sports, calling the action.
With potentially horrific wind in the forecast, there will be plenty to talk about.
Here are five things to look for in the third women’s major ever contested over the Old Course.
AIG Women’s Open: Thursday tee times