• Gaby López, Isabella Fierro and María Fassi are the first confirmed players for the 2026 Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba.
• April 27 to May 3 at El Camaleón in Playa del Carmen.
• A $2.5 million purse will be awarded.

Mexico, December 9, 2025 – Following the successful return of the LPGA to Mexico this year, the second edition of the 2026 Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba has been confirmed.

The tournament will once again welcome some of the world’s best golfers and will feature a 144-player field competing over 72 holes across four days, with a $2.5 million prize purse.

The event, which received outstanding reviews from players who participated this season, will take place April 27 to May 3, 2026, at El Camaleón Golf Course in Mayakoba, located in the state of Quintana Roo.

This announcement marks an exciting moment for women’s golf and continues a partnership that has strengthened the sport and its development in Mexico.

Mayakoba and El Camaleón have played a pioneering role in the growth of golf in the country, building a 16-year legacy as hosts of the PGA TOUR, as well as events such as the LPGA (2025), LIV Golf, AJGA, and LACC.

For the 2026 edition, at least three Mexican players are confirmed — the nation’s top LPGA athletes from recent seasons: Gaby López, Isabella Fierro, and María Fassi.Gaby López is currently ranked No. 58 in the LPGA world rankings.

This season she recorded five top-10 finishes in 23 starts, with her best result being fourth place at the HSBC Women’s Championship in Singapore.Isabella Fierro will return next year to the LPGA Tour after a strong campaign on the Epson Tour, where she collected six top-10 finishes in 19 tournaments. In 2024, during her first LPGA season, she was named Rookie of the Year.

María Fassi competed in 11 Epson Tour events in 2025, making six cuts and achieving a season-best fifth place at the Casella Golf Championship in Guilderland, New York. At Mayakoba, Fassi delivered a solid performance, finishing inside the top 50.

During the presentation of the LPGA Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba, Gustavo Santoscoy García, Tournament Director and CEO of GS Sports Management, expressed his gratitude to those who make this event one of the most important on the LPGA calendar.

“I believe we hit a hole in one by bringing the LPGA back to the best destination in Mexico. Thank you to all the sponsors and authorities who support us in making this major event possible and for helping place Mexico and the Riviera Maya on the world stage.”

Luis Durán, CEO of RLH Properties, the ownership group behind Mayakoba and El Camaleón, highlighted the continuation of the region’s golf legacy.

“Welcoming the LPGA Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba for a second year at our acclaimed El Camaleón course reinforces our strategy of offering world-class hospitality and ultra-luxury sporting experiences. We are proud to host the best players in the world and to inspire the next generation of Mexican talent.”

It is worth noting that Japan’s Chisato Iwai won the inaugural edition with a formidable performance, finishing ahead of the United States’ Jenny Bae and Korea’s Haeji Kang, who completed the podium in second and third place.

⸻About the LPGAThe Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world’s premier women’s professional golf organization. Founded in 1950 by 13 pioneering women, the LPGA — whose members now represent nearly 40 countries — is the longest-running women’s professional sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides professional women with the opportunity to pursue their dreams at the highest level of golf.In addition to its professional tours and teaching-certification programs, the LPGA operates an integrated Foundation offering top-tier programs for junior golfers and a global amateur division, LPGA Amateurs, which provides members with playing and learning opportunities worldwide. The LPGA’s mission is to use its platform to inspire, transform, and expand opportunities for girls and women both on and off the golf course.Follow the LPGA at LPGA.com and download its mobile apps on Apple or Google Play. Join the conversation on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.

⸻About the LPGA TourThe LPGA Tour is the leading competitive destination for the world’s top female golfers. The Tour hosts more than 32 annual events in 12 countries, featuring over 200 athletes, distributing more than $129 million in total prize money, and reaching television audiences in over 220 countries. Follow the LPGA Tour on its U.S. broadcast partner, Golf Channel.

⸻About GS Sports ManagementGS Sports Management is a Mexican company specializing in the planning and operation of major international professional sports events in disciplines such as tennis, padel, and golf. With strong partnerships and licenses from leading organizations including the WTA, LPGA, UTS, Pro Padel League (PPL), Octagon, and the Patrick Mouratoglou Academy in Guadalajara, the company has become a key reference in the sports and entertainment industries in Latin America.Beyond organizing tournaments, GS Sports Management designs world-class experiences that integrate high-level hospitality, audience engagement, and brand elevation through sports — guided by operational excellence and a global vision.

⸻About MayakobaNestled in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, Mayakoba is a 595-acre resort and residential destination surrounded by nature, known for its emerald lagoons, jungle, calm waters, and sugar-soft white-sand beaches. The property features three luxury hotels — Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Fairmont Mayakoba, and Rosewood Mayakoba — each offering distinct identities and amenities, complemented by two private-residence collections: Rosewood Residences Mayakoba and Fairmont Heritage Place Mayakoba.Mayakoba offers a wide array of lifestyle experiences, including three acclaimed spas, more than 25 restaurants with diverse culinary offerings, and El Pueblito, a village-style plaza inspired by Mexico’s historic colonial squares. Guests also enjoy access to a three-mile nature trail, a variety of recreational activities through Mayakoba Experiences, the Dive & Aquatic Sports Center, and the Mayakoba Dive School.The property is home to El Camaleón Mayakoba, Latin America’s most prestigious 18-hole golf course, designed by Greg Norman. Mayakoba is also developing a new hotel on the former site of Andaz Mayakoba — Alila Mayakoba, scheduled to open in late 2025.For more information, visit www.mayakoba.com/es