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The Birdie Brief: FM Championship Preview

The Birdie Brief: FM Championship Preview

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 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 accommodations, flight vouchers, laundry credits, meals, and even a $1,000 stipend for those who miss the cut—rare benefits on the LPGA Tour. She also draws parallels to other player-focused tournaments like Black Desert, praising FM for creating a stop that players want to attend. The field is stacked, with 21 of this season’s 23 winners competing, including Brooke Henderson, Jeeno Thitikul, Minjee Lee, Maja Stark, Grace Kim, and defending champion Haeran Ryu. Notably absent are Lydia Ko and Hyo Joo Kim. Big names like Nelly Korda, Jin Young Ko, Hannah Green, and Celine Boutier will also tee it up, alongside rising talents Gurleen Kaur, Amelie Salzman, and Megha Ganne. Marie also shares some fun off-course notes, from the tournament’s Instagram stunts with the Patriots mascot to Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey’s remarks about the growth of women’s sports. She wraps up with practical details for fans: ticket prices (including free admission for kids and veterans) and how to watch live—via ESPN+ featured groups or daily Golf Channel coverage. With a huge purse, player-first treatment, and nearly every top LPGA name in attendance, the FM Championship promises to be one of the year’s most exciting tournaments.
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