July 31, 2025

Charley Hull: Ready to Shine at the Women’s Open

The 2025 AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl carries extra significance for England’s Charley Hull. Now 29, Hull enters the event with momentum, grit, and a point to prove. Her recent bout with a viral illness—culminating in an on-course collapse at the Evian Championship—only underscores her resilience.

Hull is no stranger to adversity. Bursting onto the scene at 17 as the youngest Solheim Cup player ever, she’s long been heralded as Britain’s next major winner. While victories on the LET and LPGA have come, the big one has remained elusive. That might change this week.

Her preparation has been intense but measured. Hull has shifted her focus toward technical control—particularly in her iron play—and psychological endurance. Regular sessions with a performance coach have introduced techniques like mindfulness, breath awareness, and mental reset cues. She’s also taken cues from veterans like Laura Davies, who praised Hull’s mix of fire and finesse.

Statistically, her putting average has improved by 12% over the past 12 months. Her GIR percentage is at a career high. Most notably, she’s embraced a more strategic approach—laying back with hybrids, trusting wedges, and managing her emotions better in high-pressure moments.

Away from the fairways, Hull has gained cultural traction. A cameo in Happy Gilmore 2, a documentary on BBC, and regular content on TikTok have made her a relatable figure. She jokes about chicken nuggets, talks openly about mental health, and doesn’t hide frustration after bad rounds. That authenticity resonates.

Royal Porthcawl’s setup—with penal bunkers, coastal winds, and elevation shifts—demands creativity. Hull’s natural shot-shaping and comfort in wind make her a serious contender. Her caddie, Jason Fenwick, notes that she’s never been more prepared: “She’s got that blend now—power and patience. It’s scary good.”

With a $9.75M purse, worldwide exposure, and a home crowd behind her, the 2025 Women’s Open might finally be where Charley Hull cashes in on her promise.