Overview

• Defending champion Ayaka Furue said her 2024 major victory changed her life and plans to “endure where needed and attack where possible” after mixed results on the U.S. tour.
• Two-time U.S. Women’s Open champion Yuka Saso described her form as so-so, voiced urgency following missed cuts and eyes a comeback at the site of her 2023 third-place finish.
• Miyu Yamashita reported solid form and highlighted the importance of smooth mental switching to tackle Evian’s demanding holes.
• Competitors agree that keeping fairways and hitting greens through precise strategy will be crucial on the scenic yet tricky Alpine layout.
• Outcomes at Evian carry significant weight for world rankings and shape narratives across the LPGA season.