🏆 Youmin Hwang secured her maiden LPGA Tour victory at the 2025 Lotte Championship in Hawaii, making a spectacular comeback by birdieing five of the final six holes. The 22-year-old Korean sensation finished at 17-under-par to claim the $450,000 winner's prize from the $3 million purse. This comprehensive guide covers the final leaderboard, complete prize money distribution for all 73 players who made the cut, and highlights from the dramatic final round at Hoakalei Country Club.
2025 LPGA Lotte Championship Final Results: Complete Prize Money Breakdown & Leaderboard
🌺 Tournament Overview: Historic Victory in Hawaii
The 2025 Lotte Championship presented by Hoakalei delivered one of the most thrilling finishes of the LPGA season. Held from October 1-4 at the stunning Hoakalei Country Club in Ewa Beach, Oahu, this prestigious event featured 120 world-class players competing for a $3 million prize purse. Youmin Hwang, playing on a sponsor's invitation, etched her name in golf history by becoming the 26th different winner in 25 LPGA events this season, continuing the tour's remarkable streak of first-time winners.
🏅 Champion's Journey: Youmin Hwang's Breakthrough Performance
Youmin Hwang's path to victory was nothing short of spectacular. The Korean LPGA member started the final round one stroke behind leader Akie Iwai, tied with eight other players. What made her victory extraordinary was her incredible finish - birdieing holes 13, 15, 16, 17, and 18 to complete a 5-under 67 in challenging windy conditions.
"This is my dream," Hwang said through an interpreter after her victory. "Finally, I achieved my dream here at the Lotte Championship, and I also very much look forward to my future as well in the LPGA." The 22-year-old two-time KLPGA winner demonstrated remarkable composure, particularly on the par-5 18th hole where she hit her second shot through the green into rough but chipped to a foot for the clinching birdie.
💰 Prize Money Distribution: $3 Million Purse Breakdown
The 2025 Lotte Championship featured a $3,000,000 total purse, with the winner receiving $450,000 (15% of the total). The prize money was distributed among all 73 players who made the cut after 36 holes. Here's a detailed breakdown of the top earners and complete payout structure.
Top 10 Prize Money Winners
✅ 1st Place - Youmin Hwang: $450,000 (17-under)
✅ 2nd Place - Hyo Joo Kim: $277,054 (16-under)
✅ 3rd Place - Minami Katsu: $200,983 (15-under)
✅ T4th Place - Nelly Korda, Akie Iwai, Jessica Porvasnik, Peiyun Chien: $117,177 each (14-under)
✅ T8th Place - Brooke Matthews, Nasa Hataoka: $71,293 each (13-under)
✅ T10th Place - Arim Kim, Phatlum Pornanong: $59,157 each (12-under)
📊 Complete Final Leaderboard & Prize Money Table
Below is the comprehensive ranking of all 73 players who made the cut, including their final scores and prize money earned. The table is optimized for both desktop and mobile viewing.
| Position | Player Name | Score | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youmin Hwang 🇰🇷 | -17 | $450,000 |
| 2 | Hyo Joo Kim 🇰🇷 | -16 | $277,054 |
| 3 | Minami Katsu 🇯🇵 | -15 | $200,983 |
| T4 | Nelly Korda 🇺🇸 | -14 | $117,177 |
| T4 | Akie Iwai 🇯🇵 | -14 | $117,177 |
| T4 | Jessica Porvasnik 🇺🇸 | -14 | $117,177 |
| T4 | Peiyun Chien 🇹🇼 | -14 | $117,177 |
| T8 | Brooke Matthews 🇺🇸 | -13 | $71,293 |
| T8 | Nasa Hataoka 🇯🇵 | -13 | $71,293 |
| T10 | Arim Kim 🇰🇷 | -12 | $59,157 |
| T10 | Pornanong Phatlum 🇹🇭 | -12 | $59,157 |
| T12 | Nataliya Guseva 🇷🇺 | -11 | $51,420 |
| T12 | Andrea Lee 🇺🇸 | -11 | $51,420 |
| T14 | Dewi Weber 🇳🇱 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Megan Khang 🇺🇸 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Allisen Corpuz 🇺🇸 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Somi Lee 🇰🇷 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Chisato Iwai 🇯🇵 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Charley Hull 🇬🇧 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T14 | Patty Tavatanakit 🇹🇭 | -10 | $40,045 |
| T21 | Emily Pedersen 🇩🇰 | -9 | $33,068 |
| T21 | Jeongeun Lee 🇰🇷 | -9 | $33,068 |
| T23 | Yuna Nishimura 🇯🇵 | -8 | $29,003 |
| T23 | Ruixin Liu 🇨🇳 | -8 | $29,003 |
| T23 | Linnea Strom 🇸🇪 | -8 | $29,003 |
| T23 | Miyu Yamashita 🇯🇵 | -8 | $29,003 |
| T23 | Jennifer Kupcho 🇺🇸 | -8 | $29,003 |
| T28 | Gabriella Ruffels 🇦🇺 | -7 | $24,307 |
| T28 | Lauren Hartlage 🇺🇸 | -7 | $24,307 |
| T28 | Geum-Gang Park 🇰🇷 | -7 | $24,307 |
| T28 | Brooke Henderson 🇨🇦 | -7 | $24,307 |
| T32 | Rio Takeda 🇯🇵 | -6 | $21,083 |
| T32 | Robyn Choi 🇨🇦 | -6 | $21,083 |
| T32 | Stacy Lewis 🇺🇸 | -6 | $21,083 |
| T35 | Azahara Munoz 🇪🇸 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Elizabeth Szokol 🇺🇸 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Jin Hee Im 🇰🇷 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Hyo Joon Jang 🇰🇷 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Christina Kim 🇺🇸 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Paula Reto 🇿🇦 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T35 | Pajaree Anannarukarn 🇹🇭 | -5 | $17,206 |
| T42 | Lucy Li 🇺🇸 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | Sophia Garcia 🇺🇸 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | Ana Belac 🇸🇮 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | Ina Yoon 🇰🇷 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | In Gee Chun 🇰🇷 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | Kaitlyn Papp 🇺🇸 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T42 | Cydney Clanton 🇺🇸 | -4 | $12,958 |
| T49 | Madelene Sagstrom 🇸🇪 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T49 | Sarah Schmelzel 🇺🇸 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T49 | Hee Young Yang 🇰🇷 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T49 | Ariya Jutanugarn 🇹🇭 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T49 | Jasmine Suwannapura 🇹🇭 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T49 | Caroline Masson 🇩🇪 | -3 | $10,188 |
| T55 | Mariel Galdiano 🇺🇸 | -2 | $8,949 |
| T55 | Anna Nordqvist 🇸🇪 | -2 | $8,949 |
| T57 | Alena Sharp 🇨🇦 | -1 | $8,343 |
| T57 | Ingrid Lindblad 🇸🇪 | -1 | $8,343 |
| T59 | Ryann O'Toole 🇺🇸 | E | $7,547 |
| T59 | Briana Do 🇺🇸 | E | $7,547 |
| T59 | Stephanie Meadow 🇮🇪 | E | $7,547 |
| T59 | Yahui Zhang 🇨🇳 | E | $7,547 |
| T63 | Sung Hyun Park 🇰🇷 | +1 | $6,902 |
| T63 | Jodi Ewart Shadoff 🇬🇧 | +1 | $6,902 |
| T63 | Hye Jin Choi 🇰🇷 | +1 | $6,902 |
| T63 | Frida Kinhult 🇸🇪 | +1 | $6,902 |
| T67 | Celine Boutier 🇫🇷 | +2 | $6,371 |
| T67 | Sophia Popov 🇩🇪 | +2 | $6,371 |
| T67 | Adela Cernousek 🇨🇿 | +2 | $6,371 |
| T70 | Il Hee Lee 🇰🇷 | +3 | $5,992 |
| T70 | Ji Won Jeon 🇰🇷 | +3 | $5,992 |
| T70 | Hira Naveed 🇵🇰 | +3 | $5,992 |
| 73 | Polly Mack 🇬🇧 | +5 | $5,839 |
⛳ Final Round Highlights: Dramatic Back-Nine Finish
Youmin Hwang's Championship-Winning Performance
The final round at Hoakalei Country Club was played in challenging windy conditions, making scoring difficult for most of the field. Hwang started the day tied for second place, one shot behind 54-hole leader Akie Iwai. The turning point came on the back nine when Hwang went on a birdie blitz that would ultimately secure her victory.
Her birdie streak began at the par-4 13th hole and continued through holes 15, 16, 17, and 18. The final birdie on the par-5 18th was particularly clutch, as she hit her second shot through the green into rough but displayed exceptional short game skills by chipping to within a foot of the hole. This sealed a one-stroke victory over Hyo Joo Kim and cemented her place in LPGA history.
Runner-Up Hyo Joo Kim's Strong Performance
Kim put together an impressive tournament, finishing at 16-under-par. She was in contention throughout the final round and actually held a share of the lead with seven holes to play. However, crucial bogeys on the back nine, coupled with Hwang's birdie barrage, ultimately left her one shot short of victory. Despite the near-miss, Kim's second-place finish earned her $277,054 and demonstrated her consistent elite-level play.
🌟 Notable Performances & Key Statistics
Nelly Korda's Continued Wait for Victory
World number two Nelly Korda finished in a tie for fourth place at 14-under-par, earning $117,177. The American star, who dominated the 2024 season with seven victories, has yet to win in 2025. A costly bogey on the 16th hole in the final round dropped her from contention. Korda has lost her number one ranking to Jeeno Thitikul but remains one of the tour's most consistent performers.
Third-Round Leader Akie Iwai Falls Short
Iwai, the 23-year-old Japanese player who won the Portland Classic in August, entered the final round with a one-shot lead. She shot an opening-round 64 to take the early lead and maintained her position through 54 holes. However, a 1-under 71 in the windy final round conditions wasn't enough to hold off Hwang's charge, and she finished tied for fourth.
Minami Katsu's Close Call
Japanese player Minami Katsu was in excellent position heading down the stretch, sitting at 16-under through 70 holes. However, a crucial bogey on the 17th hole dropped her to 15-under, ultimately finishing two strokes behind Hwang in solo third place. Despite the disappointment of coming so close, Katsu earned $200,983 for her efforts.
💎 Tournament Facts & Records
Historic Winning Streak Continues
Hwang's victory marked the 26th consecutive event with a different winner on the LPGA Tour in 2025, an unprecedented streak that highlights the depth and competitiveness of women's professional golf. This remarkable run demonstrates that the tour has never been more balanced, with numerous players capable of winning any given week.
Course & Conditions
Hoakalei Country Club, a par-72 course measuring 6,566 yards, provided a stern test for the world's best female golfers. The tournament was particularly challenging during the final rounds when strong winds swept across the Ewa Beach layout. Morning players generally enjoyed calmer conditions, while afternoon groups faced gusts that made club selection and ball control extremely difficult.
CME Globe Points Distribution
Beyond the financial rewards, the Lotte Championship awarded 500 Race to CME Globe points to the winner. These season-long points determine which 60 players qualify for the lucrative CME Group Tour Championship, where $4 million goes to the winner from an $11 million prize pool. Hwang's victory significantly boosted her standing in the season-long race.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much did Youmin Hwang win at the 2025 Lotte Championship?
Youmin Hwang earned $450,000 for her victory at the 2025 Lotte Championship, which represented 15% of the total $3 million prize purse. This was her first LPGA Tour victory.
Q: Will Youmin Hwang become an LPGA Tour member?
As a non-member playing on a sponsor's invitation, Hwang has the option to accept immediate LPGA Tour membership or defer to the next season. She competed in the tournament as a Korean LPGA member and was sponsored by LOTTE.
Q: How many players made the cut at the 2025 Lotte Championship?
The cut was made after 36 holes to the top 65 players and ties. A total of 73 players made the cut and completed all four rounds, earning prize money ranging from $450,000 for the winner down to $5,839 for 73rd place.
Q: Where does the LPGA Tour go after the Lotte Championship?
Following the Lotte Championship, the LPGA Tour heads to Asia for five consecutive weeks, with stroke-play events scheduled in Shanghai, South Korea, Malaysia, and Japan. The International Crown will be held October 23-26 at New Korea Country Club.
Q: Who was the defending champion at the 2025 Lotte Championship?
A Lim Kim of South Korea was the defending champion, having won the 2024 Lotte Championship at 18-under-par. She finished the 2025 edition tied for 12th place at 11-under, earning $51,420.
🎯 Final Thoughts & Tournament Wrap-Up
The 2025 Lotte Championship delivered everything golf fans could hope for - dramatic finishes, world-class performances, and a first-time winner claiming her maiden LPGA Tour title. Youmin Hwang's five-birdie finish over the final six holes will be remembered as one of the most clutch performances of the season.
With a $3 million purse distributed among 73 players, the tournament showcased the financial strength and competitive depth of women's professional golf. From Hwang's $450,000 winner's check to the $5,839 earned by 73rd-place finisher Polly Mack, every player who made the cut was rewarded for their efforts at the beautiful Hoakalei Country Club.
As the LPGA Tour now heads to Asia for an exciting five-week stretch, the momentum and storylines from Hawaii will carry forward. The remarkable streak of 26 different winners in 26 events demonstrates that women's golf is in an incredibly exciting era, where any tournament can produce a new champion and memorable moments.
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