LPGA players contend with mosquitoes at CPKC Women's Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:20 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

The LPGA's CPKC Women's Open is taking place at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alberta, where players are facing significant challenges from an unusually high mosquito population. Nelly Korda and other competitors noted the discomfort caused by the insects this week, with reports indicating that Edmonton has 15 times more mosquitoes than last year, attributed to heavy rainfall. Competitors, including Lydia Ko and Brooke Henderson, are taking precautions against the insects, as the high mosquito count has been a topic of discussion during the tournament's press events. The event continues as players adapt to these challenging conditions.
- •The CPKC Women's Open is at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton.
- •Players report a significant increase in mosquitoes this summer.
- •Nelly Korda commented on the challenge posed by the insects.
- •Lydia Ko is using multiple insect repellents to cope.
- •The tournament is ongoing amid these unusual conditions.
- 2:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Not become buffet meat': LPGA pros are under attack by … mosquitoes
"The LPGA is playing the CPKC Women's Open this week in Edmonton, Alberta, and the pros are under attack by mosquitoes.
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