Charley Hull has taken the lead at the PIF Saudi Ladies International after firing an impressive seven-under 65 to set the clubhouse target at nineteen-under par on Thursday.
Hull’s round, featuring seven birdies, represents a commanding start to the tournament at Riyadh Golf Club. The Englishwoman will look to maintain her form throughout the weekend as the field continues play in one of the Ladies European Tour’s marquee events.
Strong International Field Assembled
The PIF Saudi Ladies International has attracted a world-class field for its 2026 edition. With prize money of $5 million—the largest purse outside of major championships on the Ladies European Tour—the tournament draws elite talent from across the professional game.
Defending champion Patty Tavatanakit headlines the competition, while fellow top contenders including Celine Boutier, Danielle Kang, and Amy Yang are in the field. The tournament serves as the season opener for the Ladies European Tour, setting the tone for the year ahead.
DACH Region Well-Represented
The German, Austrian, and Swiss contingent features prominently in Riyadh. Notable participants include Esther Henseleit, an official Golf Saudi ambassador, and Laura Funfstuck, fresh off her victory at the PIF London Championship in 2025.
Henseleit, along with fellow Germans Olivia Cowan, Helen Briem, Alexandra Försterling, and Leonie Harm, brings strong representation to the tournament. Austria’s Emma Spitz and Switzerland’s Chiara Tamburlini, Kim Metraux, and Albane Valenzuela round out the regional challenge. Tamburlini finished tied for eighth in the previous edition.
The tournament continues through Saturday at Riyadh Golf Club, with Hull’s performance establishing an early benchmark for the field to pursue.
Charley Hull fires a stunning 65 (-7) to set the clubhouse target on -19 🔥#PIFSaudiLadiesInternational pic.twitter.com/YKRWXilKtw
— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) February 14, 2026
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