LPGA regulation changes include ones that would've benefited Rose Zhang

05/02/2024 20:44

The headline on Friday regarding changes to the upcoming LPGA season centered around a change in how cards will be allotted in 2025.

Essentially, there will be five more cards awarded to Epson Tour players, rewarding full-season performance on the developmental tour. Meanwhile, fewer players will leave LPGA Q-Series with status. (Though more players will receive full cards at Q-Series than in previous years.)

But beyond those big changes, however, there are a number of smaller shifts in LPGA regulations that are worth noting. Several changes, in particular, will impact those without LPGA status who find the winner’s circle.

Here are four changes worth noting: