Mid-Season Analysis and Predictions

The 2025 LPGA Tour season is in full swing, and the tension around the remaining major championships is juicier than a mid-round club sandwich. With five majors left to play, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the tour’s best players. From Riverside, Texas, to the greens of France, these tournaments are where reputations are cemented, dreams are fulfilled, and occasionally, golf balls are buried in knee-high rough (may they rest in peace).

We’ve crunched the stats – scoring averages, putting wizardry, greens hit in regulation, recent hot streaks, and even who’s got the best post-round celebratory fist pump. Here’s a look at who’s most likely to make some serious noise in this year’s majors. Strap in. It’s going to be good.

Why Stats Matter

To win a major, you need more than a cute follow-through and sponsorship deals. You need consistency in key metrics, nerves of steel, and the ability to shake off soul-crushing double bogeys. Among the key indicators of major success are scoring averages (who’s just casually shooting 68s like it’s no big deal), greens in regulation (hitting greens like their life depends on it), putting averages (less time spent on the greens, more time fist-bumping the caddie), and driving accuracy (because you can’t putt from behind that tree).

2025 has been a wild year already, with eight players winning eight different tournaments. The field is wide open, but a few players stand out as the favorites to grab glory in the majors.

Crème De La Crème – Major Contenders Ranked

1. Nelly Korda (USA)

Why She’ll Win: She’s golf royalty, the equivalent of a 7-iron that always hits the green. Nelly leads in scoring average with a ridiculous 68.0. Her ball-striking is clinical (top three in GIR last season, and she’s still killing it), she’s long off the tee (282 yards-ish), and her experience as a 2021 major winner makes her a lock for contention. With no weaknesses and a burning desire to claim another major, it’s hard to bet against her.
Prediction: A course like Erin Hills (U.S. Women’s Open) suits her aggressive style. At least one major seems inevitable unless the golf gods have other plans.

2. Atthaya “Jeeno” Thitikul (Thailand)

Why She’ll Win: Jeeno is basically a golf robot with a heart of gold. Leading the CME Globe standings thanks to relentless consistency and sitting 5th in scoring average (68.63), she’s proven her elite game across all areas. Add in the fact that her putting average of 1.66 is tied for second on the tour, and you’ve got a player who turns fairways and greens into birdie factories.
Prediction: She’s overdue for a major. With her accuracy and putting, the Evian or the Chevron would suit her perfectly.

3. Lydia Ko (New Zealand)

Why She’ll Win: Lydia is back, baby! With a win at the HSBC Women’s World Championship this year and a scoring average just sub-69, she is finding her vibe. What sets her apart is her maturity and clutch factor – two majors already (Evian 2015, ANA 2016) and over 20 LPGA wins. Ko thrives on tough setups, making her a prime contender for the British Open or U.S. Open.
Prediction: She’s primed for a summer run. Look for Lydia in the winner’s circle if her putter stays warm.

4. Minjee Lee (Australia)

Why She’ll Win: Minjee doesn’t make splashy headlines, but her game is built for the big stage. Her GIR percentage remains rock-solid at 75%+, and her scoring average of 69.56 shows she’s bubbling just under peak form. Already a two-time major winner (Evian 2021, U.S. Open 2022), look for her precision and power to shine on a demanding course like Erin Hills.
Prediction: She’s trending upwards; don’t be shocked if she adds a third major this year.

5. Angel Yin (USA)

Why She’ll Win: Angel ate her Wheaties this year. With her first 2025 win coming in Thailand (where she dusted the field with a –28), she’s showing her knack for scoring in bunches. Her driving power (nearly 280 yards) and improved GIR stats make her lethal at long courses. And despite repeated heartbreak in majors (remember her Chevron playoff loss?), her confidence is brimming.
Prediction: All signs point to her finally grabbing a major, with the KPMG PGA or U.S. Open in her crosshairs.

6. Jin Young Ko (South Korea)

Why She’ll Win: Jin Young Ko isn’t flashy; she’s just a boss. While her 2025 season has been quiet, she’s got the mental toughness of someone who thrives in hellish major setups. We’re talking perfect tempo, killer approach shots, and a short game that could win a staring contest with Augusta greens. Her two previous majors (ANA and Evian in 2019) prove she’s clutch.
Prediction: Always a threat, especially if she finds that extra gear in the summer.

7. Yealimi Noh (USA)

Why She’ll Win: Move over, veterans. Yealimi has arrived. With a win at the Founders Cup and a second-place scoring average (68.06), she’s knocking on golf’s highest door. Tied for 1st in GIR and 2nd in putting stats, she’s got the skills to light it up on big greens. The only knock? Driving accuracy. But hey, who needs fairways when you’re sticking greens from the rough?
Prediction: She’s a sneaky pick to win the Chevron or PGA, where shot-making reigns supreme.

Notable Dark Horses

• Ayaka Furue (Japan): The consistency queen hits 83% of fairways and is tied for the birdie lead on tour. She’s perfect for grinders like the Evian Championship.
• Celine Boutier (France): Defending Evian champ and birdie machine. If she gets hot, she’ll be a serious threat.
• Allisen Corpuz (USA): Maybe the most accurate player on tour. If she catches fire, watch out at Erin Hills.

Who’s Got The Edge For 2025 Majors?

Predicting golf is tougher than reading greens with triple breaks, but based on stats, form, and swagger, players like Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul, and Lydia Ko seem destined for major glory. It’s not just about raw skill; it’s about handling pressure, capitalizing on birdie chances, and bouncing back from the occasional disaster hole (because, hey, no one’s perfect).

Whether it’s Nelly bombing precision irons or Angel Yin taking revenge on past major heartbreaks, 2025’s remaining majors promise thrilling finishes, emotional moments, and maybe even a sprinkle of chaos when players hit the rough stuff. Stay tuned. It’s going to be one hell of a show.