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LPGA Cancels NW Arkansas Championship After Heavy Rain

9/22/2025

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The LPGA Tour canceled the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship after 3.25 inches of rain rendered the course unplayable, with only the first round completed.
The tournament, a 54-hole event with a $3 million purse, will only count 18-hole scores, and no CME points will be awarded.
The LPGA will distribute $2 million in prize money, with co-leaders Sarah Schmelzel and Minami Katsu each earning $183,095.
All 144 players will receive a minimum of $3,500.

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The LPGA Tour canceled the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship after 3.25 inches of rain rendered the course unplayable, with only the first round completed.
The tournament, a 54-hole event with a $3 million purse, will only count 18-hole scores, and no CME points will be awarded.
The LPGA will distribute $2 million in prize money, with co-leaders Sarah Schmelzel and Minami Katsu each earning $183,095.
All 144 players will receive a minimum of $3,500.