The LPGA’s 26 rookies represent 12 different countries. This highlights the international nature of the LPGA.
Gabriela Ruffels is one of the most famous rookies in the 2024 class. Many thought she would have been a veteran by this time if it weren’t for a paperwork mistake. The Australian topped the Epson Tour money list in order to get her card.
This year’s class includes a teenager from China, who has won multiple titles in their home countries.
Five Americans are in the Class of 2024: Gurleen Kaur (pictured), Auston Kim (pictured), Kaitlinn Milligan (pictured), Malia Nam (pictured) and Gigi still. Since 2005, Paula Creamer was the last American to win the Louise Suggs Rookie of Year Award.
Here are 12 LPGA rookies you should keep an eye out for in 2023.
