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LPGA’s México Riviera Maya Open Returns to Mayakoba With Bigger Field, $2.5 Million Purse

The presentation highlighted a stronger lineup plus local invitations to signal broader regional impact.

Overview

  • Exemptions were confirmed for María José ‘Majo’ Marín, María Fassi and Clarisa Temelo, with additional player announcements expected soon.
  • Gaby López will serve as tournament host as Mexico’s lone LPGA member, and Lorena Ochoa endorsed the event at its launch.
  • Organizers detailed a 144-player field and said the LPGA granted an extra sponsor exemption to elevate Latin American talent in coordination with XUNTAS and the Mexican federation.
  • Ticket pre-sales are slated to open next week through Banamex.
  • Published schedules differ on dates for 2026, with reports citing April 27–May 3 or April 30–May 3 at El Camaleón, including an outline that lists Monday qualifying on April 27 and the final on May 3.