The Birdie Briefing - LPGA Podcast

This week on The Birdie Briefing, Marie recaps a record-setting win in Hawaii, surprising lineup changes ahead of the International Crown, fresh faces earning their LPGA cards, and a beloved veteran stepping into a new chapter off the course. In Hawaii, 22-year-old Youmin Hwang made history at the Lotte Championship, firing a ten-under round and finishing with five birdies in her final six holes t...

This week on Birdie Buzz, Marie recaps the week in women’s golf—from canceled tournaments that turned into community wins to big conversations about the future of the LPGA.  First, we close out coverage of the Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship, where rain canceled play but Walmart and the LPGA still delivered a $2 million payout to players and 8,000 donated meals to the local community. Then...

This week’s Birdie Buzz is packed with storylines both on and off the course. The Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship was washed out after torrential rains, leaving the tournament unofficial at just 18 holes—but not before Lilia Vu flashed signs of her comeback, and Muni “Lily” He impressed with her best round since 2023 under the guidance of a new caddie. LPGA legend Stacy Lewis announced her...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie previews the Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship, the 19th edition of the event at Pinnacle Country Club. This 54-hole, three-day tournament features a $3 million purse with $450,000 going to the winner—one of the larger paydays on tour for a short event. Last year’s champion Jasmine Suwannapura took the title at -17, setting the stage for another...

In this debut edition of The Birdie Buzz, Marie delivers the week’s biggest LPGA headlines in one quick listen. First up: Charley Hull breaks through in Cincinnati at the Kroger Queen City Championship, winning her first LPGA title in three years after battling a tough season of injuries. The dramatic finish came as World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul stumbled with a shocking four-putt on the final day, ma...

This week on The Birdie Briefing, Marie takes us inside the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G, one of only eight tournaments left before the CME Tour Championship. Hosted at TPC River’s Bend in Cincinnati, this $2 million event brings together one of the strongest fields we’ve seen all season. Defending champion Lydia Ko returns after her record-setting -23 victory last year, whi...

Round one of the FM Championship delivered plenty of excitement with three players sharing the lead at seven-under par. Sei Young Kim, a 12-time LPGA winner and 2020 major champion, is looking to break her winless streak, while England’s Jodi Ewart-Shadoff surged with eight birdies for a share of the top spot. Joining them is American Allisen Corpuz, who bounced back in style after several missed...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie previews the LPGA’s next stop: the FM Championship at TPC Boston in Norton, Massachusetts. Now in just its second year, the tournament is already making a big impression with a record-setting $4.1 million purse—the largest outside of the majors—offering $615,000 to the winner. Marie highlights the unique player perks that set this event apart: free acc...

On day four of the CPKC Women’s Open, Brooke Henderson gave Canadian fans the finish they dreamed of—clinching her second national title and her first win since 2023. Henderson’s victory felt destined, as she described it, and it vaulted her from 53rd to 26th in the CME Race to the Globe standings. The final round was a nail-biter, with Minjee Lee just one stroke back until the very last hole, and...

Round three of the Canadian Women’s Open delivered all the drama of moving day. Brooke Henderson thrilled the home crowd by shooting a 65, highlighted by a spectacular bunker eagle on 17, to tie for the lead at -11. Sharing the top spot is Minjee Lee, who put together a 66 with two eagles and looks poised for another big win. Behind them, Jeeno Thitikul and Akie Iwai sit three shots back at -8, ke...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie recaps round two of the CPKC Women’s Open. Akie Iwai continues her dominant run, holding solo first at -9 with a three-shot lead heading into the weekend. Chasing her in second are Minjee Lee, Leona Maguire, and world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul at -6. Brooke Henderson thrilled the home crowd with the low round of the day (-5), climbing into a tie for fifth a...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie recaps round one of the Canadian Women’s Open. Fresh off her Portland Classic win, rookie Akie Iwai stormed into solo first with a 7-under 64. Just behind her, five players sit tied at -5, including World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul, rising amateur star Aphrodite Deng (just 15 years old), past champion Megan Khang, Mexico’s Gaby Lopez, and Ireland’s Leona McG...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie previews the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open—the LPGA Tour’s lone stop in Canada. She breaks down everything you need to know: the $2.75 million purse, the Mississauga Golf & Country Club course setup, and the perfect forecast for the week. The field is stacked: nearly every top-25 CME player is in action, along with eight past champions, including Brooke H...

In this final recap of the 2025 Portland Classic, Marie from The Birdie Briefing breaks down Akie Iwai’s dominant wire-to-wire victory at -24, making her the sixth rookie to win on the LPGA this season. She highlights Gurleen Kaur’s breakout runner-up finish, sister Chisato Iwai’s charge into a tie for third alongside Linn Grant, and strong showings from Grace Kim, Aditi Ashok, and others. Plus, t...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing , Marie breaks down a thrilling Round 3 of the Portland Classic. The spotlight shines on rookie Akie Iwai, who surged into solo first with a dazzling 64—the lowest score of the tournament so far—fueled by an eagle, seven birdies, and a remarkable recovery on 12. Chasing her is Australia’s Grace Kim, just two shots back after a magical eagle on 17, while Swede...

In this Birdie Briefing , Marie recaps all the action from Round 2 of the 2025 Portland Classic. Jeongeun Lee5 climbs into solo first at -12, with Grace Kim and Gurleen Kaur close behind at -11. Rising rookie Akie Iwai, Ashleigh Buhai, and Pajaree Anannarukarn headline a packed chase group at -10, while a deep field at -9 keeps the leaderboard tight heading into moving day. Marie spotlights Grace...

Join Marie from  The Birdie Briefing as she recaps the thrilling first day of the 2025 Portland Classic. Discover the unexpected rise of French rookie Adela Cernousek, who leads the pack, and meet the diverse group of talented players tied for second place. From Brooke Henderson's strong performance to Caroline Masson's incredible hole-in-one, this episode is packed with exciting highlights and in...

In this episode of The Birdie Briefing, Marie tees up everything you need to know about the Portland Classic — the longest-running LPGA event outside the majors — in just 15 minutes. She dives into the tournament’s rich history, gives you the scoop on the Columbia Edgewater course, shares the latest weather outlook, and breaks down the purse. You’ll hear about past champions who’ve made their mark...

Welcome to The Birdie Briefing , your new front page for women’s golf. In this teaser episode, host Marie shares how she went from thinking golf was “a little dull” to becoming completely hooked on the LPGA. She explains why the sport’s deliberate pace is part of its magic, why these players are among the most intense and inspiring athletes in the world, and how The Birdie Briefing is built to fit...