Corning Classic returns to LPGA schedule for 2027 after long absence
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Corning Classic will make its return to the LPGA schedule in 2027, marking the event's first appearance in 18 years. Scheduled for May 27-30, 2027, at Corning Country Club, the tournament will feature a purse of $5 million, one of the highest for non-major events. Corning aims to revitalize the event under the new name 'The Classic.' The previous incarnation of the tournament lasted for 31 years, concluding in 2009 with Yani Tseng as the last champion. Corning executives have emphasized community involvement and modern sponsorship approaches as key components of the event's revival.
- •Corning Classic last held in 2009, returns in 2027.
- •Tournament scheduled for May 27-30 at Corning Country Club.
- •Event features a purse of $5 million.
- •Past champions include Annika Sorenstam and Yani Tseng.
- •Corning aims to engage local community and sponsors.
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Corning Classic returns to LPGA schedule after 18-year absence
- 7:23 PMESPN Golf — Corning Classic back on LPGA slate after 18 years
- 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — LPGA 2027 schedule: Corning's The Classic makes return to western New York
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Corning Classic is back on LPGA calendar in 2027 after 18-year absence
"The Corning Classic is returning to the LPGA Tour schedule in 2027 after an 18-year absence, offering a $5 million purse that ranks among the richest outside the majors.
"The event is going from a popular small-market event in western New York to offering a $5 million purse that ranks among the richest outside the majors.
"“The Classic” is scheduled for May 27-30 and features a $5 million purse, among the highest of non-major events.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 3:22 PMCorning Classic returns to LPGA schedule after 18-year absence
The event is going from a popular small-market event in western New York to offering a $5 million purse that ranks among the richest outside the majors.
- ESPN GolfAug 5, 2026, 7:23 PMCorning Classic back on LPGA slate after 18 years
The Corning Classic is returning to the LPGA Tour schedule in 2027 after an 18-year absence, offering a $5 million purse that ranks among the richest outside the majors.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 2:52 PMLPGA 2027 schedule: Corning's The Classic makes return to western New York
“The Classic” is scheduled for May 27-30 and features a $5 million purse, among the highest of non-major events.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 1:45 PMCorning Classic is back on LPGA calendar in 2027 after 18-year absence
Corning is returning to the LPGA schedule in 2027 as "The Classic" after a long absence. Here's what's new.
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