The LPGA Tour has updated its gender-eligibility policy, excluding individuals assigned male at birth from participating.

The LPGA Tour announced an update to its gender-eligibility policy, which will take effect at the beginning of the 2025 season.

Elite LPGA competitions do not allow male players who have gone through male puberty to compete.

"The organization stated that players who have gone through male puberty and were assigned male at birth are not eligible to participate in certain events. However, the policies governing the LPGA's recreational programs and non-elite events use different criteria to offer opportunities for participation in the broader LPGA community."

The organization received calls from two pro golfers and a retired player to alter its rules, prompting an announcement.

"The LPGA Tour stated that golf provides athletes with the chance to compete at professional and elite amateur levels. Competitions are typically classified as "women's events" with specific eligibility criteria or "open events," where any player, regardless of gender, can participate."

The policy change, according to outgoing LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan, is grounded in scientific evidence.

"Marcoux Samaan stated that our policy is based on an extensive, science-based, and inclusive approach. He emphasized that the policy reflects our continued commitment to ensuring that all feel welcome within our organization while maintaining fairness and competitive equity in our elite competitions."

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