Jeeno Thitikul clinched her ninth LPGA title at the Mizuho Americas Open, marking another milestone in her career. With this victory, Thitikul has become the fastest player to exceed $18 million in career earnings.
Thitikul’s Record-Breaking Achievement
Thitikul’s $487,500 first-place prize at the Mizuho Americas Open solidified her position as the fastest to reach the $18 million mark in career earnings. She already held the record for the fastest to reach milestones from $8 million to $18 million. “It means the world,” said Thitikul of successfully defending at Mizuho. “It means a lot to me.”
The 23-year-old Thai star has nearly made $1 million in 2026. This follows two victories, the first of which was on home soil at the Honda LPGA Thailand. At Mountain Ridge Country Club, Thitikul birdied the last hole to win the Mizuho by four strokes over Ruoning Yin.
Player Experience at the Mizuho Americas Open
Tournament host Michelle Wie West has placed a key emphasis on the player experience at the Mizuho. The purse was $3.25 million. Players also received free rooms (thanks to Mizuho) and free transportation (thanks to Ford).
Player gifts this week include $250 gifts cards to Delta and Starbucks. LPGA moms got a $1,000 gift cards to Starbucks. Wie West noted that all moms need caffeine.
Mizuho Americas Open Prize Money Breakdown
- Jeeno Thitikul’s first-place prize: $487,500
- Additional perks for players: Free rooms and transportation
- Gift cards for players: $250 to Delta and Starbucks
- Gift cards for LPGA moms: $1,000 to Starbucks
Jeeno Thitikul’s recent victory at the Mizuho Americas Open adds another achievement to her already impressive career.