The 2025 Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship Welcomes 90 Athletes from 11 Nations

The Exciting Return of the Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship 2025

The celebrated Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship is back for its 2nd annual event, scheduled to take place from February 27 to March 2, 2025, at Taiwan's prestigious Orient Golf Country Club. This year promises to be even more thrilling, as it will showcase a talented field of 90 female golfers hailing from 11 different countries vying for an impressive prize purse of $1.5 million.

A Stellar Line-up of Golfing Talent

Among the participants are 12 professional golfers ranked among the top 100 in the world from various tours, including the TLPGA, JLPGA, KLPGA, and Ladies European Tour (LET). Most notably, former world number ones will reunite, with South Korean Jiyai Shin and Taiwanese Yani Tseng set to play together again for the first time in a decade. Their presence alone is expected to draw significant attention from fans and media alike.

Other noteworthy competitors include local favorite Chia-Yen Wu, a rising star backed by Foxconn and currently ranked third in Taiwan, alongside Pei-Yun Chien, the nation's top golfer on the global stage. The defending champion, Japan's Haruka Kawasaki, will also return to defend her title, accompanied by 22 other stars from the JLPGA, including Shiho Kuwaki and Yuri Yoshida, both titleholders from previous events.

An International Affair

With athletes from Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, China, India, Singapore, France, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Sweden, the championship is not just a competition for top honors but also a remarkable display of international camaraderie. Players will not only compete for the considerable cash prize but also for 18 valuable points in the champion rankings—a vital aspect that highlights the significance of this tournament in Asia's golfing calendar.

Beyond the Competition

This year’s event also promises fun and excitement beyond the greens. Attendees will enjoy various activities, including giveaways, vouchers, gourmet food trucks, and a chance to win daily prizes ranging from airline tickets to SHARP home appliances and even the latest gadgets like the iPhone 16 and iPad Air. Shuttle buses will be available free of charge, making it convenient to travel from Taipei National Museum and the A7 MRT Station at the airport.

The championship will be broadcast live by VL Sports and Sportcast Sports in Taiwan and by Sky A in Japan, providing fans worldwide with an opportunity to experience the thrilling action. The official Facebook page of the tournament will offer updates, scores, and highlights.

The Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship is rapidly becoming one of the premier golf events in Asia, drawing attention from golf aficionados and casual fans alike as it combines the thrill of competition with fan engagement and exquisite hospitality.

As the tournament draws near, anticipation is building for what promises to be a landmark event in the world of women's golf, showcasing both talent and sportsmanship on an international stage. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience in Taiwan.