Welcome to CaddyBytes' coverage of The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, one of the premier events on the LPGA Tour hosted by World Golf Hall of Famer Annika Sörenstam. The 2025 tournament marks the sixth edition of this prestigious event, which has quickly become a highlight of the women's professional golf calendar.
The tournament features a $3.25 million purse, one of the largest on the LPGA Tour, and attracts the world's best female golfers competing at the beautiful Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida . The 2025 field will be headlined by three-time champion Nelly Korda, who returns to defend her title after a spectacular 2024 season where she collected her seventh title in thrilling fashion .
The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican is more than just a golf tournament—it's part of Annika Sörenstam's broader mission to grow women's golf through the ANNIKA Foundation, which has impacted more than 8,000 young women from 60 countries to date . The event also features the popular "Birdies for Babies" charitable program, which has donated more than $260,000 to support premature infants since its inception in 2020 .
ANNIKA Tournament
2025 ANNIKA Tournament
LPGA Premier Event
Date: November 13-16, 2025
Location: Pelican Golf Club, Belleair, FL
Field: World's top female golfers
Hosted by Annika Sörenstam, featuring the world's best female golfers.
Tournament DetailsThe ANNIKA Tournament Overview
Tournament Format
LPGA Standard
72-Hole Stroke Play
Four rounds of stroke play
Full field competes all four days
Winner determined by lowest total score
2025 ANNIKA Tournament
6th Edition
$3.25 Million Purse
Defending champion: Nelly Korda
Featured player: Caitlin Clark in Pro-Am
Pelican Golf Club, Belleair, FL
2025 Event Schedule
November 12-16
Week of Events
Nov 12: Official Pro-Am
Nov 13-16: Tournament Rounds
Live coverage on Golf Channel
Tournament History
Since 2020
5-Year Legacy
2024: Nelly Korda wins 7th title of season
First player since 2011 to win 7 times
Part of ANNIKA Foundation's mission
Birdies for Babies
Charitable Program
Community Impact
$50 for every birdie, $100 for every eagle
Supports premature infants and families
BayCare Long Putt Challenge for fans
ANNIKA Foundation
Growing Women's Golf
Global Impact
Founded by Annika Sörenstam in 2008
Impacted girls from 60 countries
Junior, collegiate & professional levels
ANNIKA Invitational Asia
Junior Development
Pathway Series
54-hole stroke play competition
Top finishers earn Hilton Grand Vacations invitation
2025 champion: Aira Nagasawa (Japan)
Pro-Am Events
Celebrity Participation
WNBA Star Caitlin Clark
Wednesday Pro-Am features celebrities
WNBA star Caitlin Clark participating
Gainbridge ambassador returns for 2025
Notable Players
2025 Field
Elite Competition
Nelly Korda: Three-time champion
Kai Trump: Making LPGA Tour debut
World's top-ranked players competing
The ANNIKA Tournament Legacy
The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican represents one of the most significant developments in women's professional golf in recent years. As the sole namesake event on the LPGA Tour hosted by World Golf Hall of Famer Annika Sörenstam, the tournament carries the legacy of one of golf's greatest players while advancing her mission to grow the women's game at all levels .
The tournament has quickly established itself as a premier stop on the LPGA Tour, featuring a $3.25 million purse that ranks among the largest in women's golf . The 2024 edition saw a historic performance by Nelly Korda, who captured her seventh title of the season—making her the first player since Yani Tseng in 2011 to win seven times in a single LPGA Tour season, and the first American to accomplish this feat since Beth Daniel in 1990 .
Beyond the competition, The ANNIKA tournament has made a substantial community impact through its "Birdies for Babies" charitable program. Since its inception in 2020, the program has donated more than $260,000 to support premature infants and their families, with the tournament donating $50 for every birdie and $100 for every eagle made during competition . This commitment to community distinguishes the event as one that delivers impact both on and off the course.
The tournament also serves as the centerpiece of the ANNIKA Foundation's broader efforts to develop, empower, and advance young women through golf. Through initiatives like the ANNIKA Invitational tournaments, the ANNIKA Development Program, and the ANNIKA Women's All Pro Tour, the foundation has created a comprehensive pathway for female golfers from junior competition to the professional ranks . As the tournament continues to grow, it strengthens both the present and future of women's professional golf.