HGV Tournament of Champions 2026: Leading Betting Contenders

The 2026 HGV Tournament of Champions kicks off the 2026 LPGA Tour from January 29 through February 1 at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida.

Lilia Vu returns from injury to join a world-class field and opens the new season in style with Jeeno Thitikul, Nelly Korda, Lydia Ko, Charley Hull, Miyu Yamashita and defending champion A Lim Kim all on the tee.

The limited-attendance event brings together LPGA Tour winners and select celebrity guests for a unique pro-am format across Lake Nona’s par-72 championship layout of 6,617 yards.

Tight fairways and smooth Bermuda greens set the stage for tactical shooting, with the warm Florida breeze adding a subtle degree of difficulty to an otherwise scoreable setup.

The $1.5 million wallet is launched the 2026 LPGA Tour season in style.

Current betting odds on the HGV Tournament of Champions 2026

Leading Contenders for the HGV Tournament of Champions

Jenno Thitikul

Jeeno Thitikul arrives in Lake Nona as world No. 1 and one of the LPGA’s most in-form winners after multiple titles in 2025, including the CME Group Tour Championship and events in both the United States and Asia.

Her elite tee-to-green control and patience in multi-round shootouts make her a natural candidate for an all-champion opener in a limited field, where birdies will be plentiful but mistakes will be costly.

Nelly Korda

Nelly Korda returns to the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions after finishing second here in 2025 when she pushed A Lim Kim all the way to the front in a low-scoring match at Lake Nona.

A proven force in season openers and former world number 1, her high, powerful ball flight and sharp putting on Bermuda greens should see her compete again from the start of 2026.

Lydia

Lydia offers both course comfort and the champion’s pedigree as a past winner of this event and a Lake Nona resident who knows every nuance of the layout.

Fresh from another season of major titles, highlighted by success at the HSBC Women’s World Championship, Ko’s creativity on and around the greens is a key weapon in a professional environment where patience and precision are rewarded.

Charley Hull

Charley Hull opens in Orlando after a strong 2025, highlighted by a win at the Kroger Queen City Championship and several high finishes in major LPGA events.

Her aggressive style, penetrating ball flight and ability to handle windy conditions make her a dangerous contender at Lake Nona, especially if the score turns into a shootout in the final stretch.

Brooke Henderson

Brooke Henderson returns to the all-champion field as a two-time winner of this tournament and a perennial threat when the LPGA gathers its elite.

With a recent national open win in Canada on her resume and a history of early season excellence, her powerful driving and streaky putting give her every opportunity to add another truck title.