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LPGA Cancels NW Arkansas Championship Due to Heavy Rain

9/22/2025

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The LPGA Tour canceled the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship due to heavy rain, rendering the course unplayable.
Only the first round was completed, leading to a reduced payout based on 18-hole scores.
With a $3 million purse, no CME points will be awarded as fewer than 36 holes were played.
The LPGA will distribute $2 million in prize money, with $1.5 million based on Friday's results and $500,000 shared among all players.
Co-leaders Sarah Schmelzel and Minami Katsu will each earn $183,095.

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Story summary

The LPGA Tour canceled the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship due to heavy rain, rendering the course unplayable.
Only the first round was completed, leading to a reduced payout based on 18-hole scores.
With a $3 million purse, no CME points will be awarded as fewer than 36 holes were played.
The LPGA will distribute $2 million in prize money, with $1.5 million based on Friday's results and $500,000 shared among all players.
Co-leaders Sarah Schmelzel and Minami Katsu will each earn $183,095.