VisitPITTSBURGH, along with the United States Golf Association (USGA), is proud to announce the kickoff of the highly anticipated 2024 U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship, set to attract golf enthusiasts and visitors alike from August 1-4, 2024.
As one of the nation’s premier golfing destinations, Pittsburgh is honored to host this renowned championship of 120 female professional and amateur golfers, ages 50+, showcasing our world-class facilities, championship golf and warm hospitality. The Championship is set for Fox Chapel Golf Club, known for its combination of open fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and challenging putting surfaces that promise to test the skills of these top senior women’s golfers from across the world.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the 2024 U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship to Pittsburgh,” said Jerad Bachar, President & CEO of VisitPITTSBURGH. “This event marks yet another memorable moment in our destination’s longstanding relationship with the USGA, and we thank them for their continued commitment to Pittsburgh. From our venues to hotels and restaurants, we stand ready to roll out the black and gold carpet for this elite group of female athletes, their families and fans.”
More than 10,000 attendees are expected over the course of the week, and the Championship is estimated to drive $2 million in direct visitor spending.
The event marks the first U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship in Pittsburgh and fourth USGA championship hosted at Fox Chapel Golf Club.
“Pittsburgh is known for its championship teams and loyal sports fans, and this presents a great setting for the 2024 U.S. Senior Women’s Open. This championship offers an elite level of competition surrounded by a fun and inviting atmosphere at Fox Chapel Golf Club. Fans will have the opportunity to be up close to the action as they walk the course with players,” said Katherine Khoury, Assistant Director, U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship.
The event is set to welcome the return of seven-time USGA champion Carol Semple Thompson, 75, of Sewickley, Pa. Thompson, who made history at Fox Chapel in the 2002 Curtis Cup Match, has received a special exemption to participate in this year’s U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship. The field also boasts World Golf Hall of Famers like Annika Sorenstam, Juli Inkster and Laura Davies.
Tickets for the 2024 U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship are available for purchase, starting at just $16, at usseniorwomensopen.com.
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