The Women’s Amateur Latin America championship (WALA) arrives in Mexico for the first time and all eyes will not only be on the players, but also on the spectacular venue set to host this prestigious event. Without doubt, PGA Riviera Maya will be a magnificent host for the fifth edition of the championship organised by The R&A and the ANNIKA Foundation.

Inaugurated in 2010 and located in Tulum – the quintessential destination of the Mexican Caribbean – this world-class golf course has quickly become one of the leading golfing destinations in Latin America. Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, it offers a unique blend of challenge, beauty and strategy. In 2020, it became the first resort in Latin America to partner with the PGA of America, hosting the first PGA Academy in Mexico – an alliance that certifies the quality of course maintenance and ensures the highest international standards in facilities and services.

The course, part of Grupo Piñero’s Real Estate & Golf division and located within the Tulum Country Club, stands out for its breathtaking natural surroundings in perfect harmony with the Mayan jungle, natural lakes, lush tropical vegetation and the crystalline cenotes that surround it. Stretching over 7,200 yards, PGA Riviera Maya offers a demanding playing experience, particularly from the tee, due to its narrow fairways and the precision required on approach shots.

The combination of technical challenge and natural beauty makes PGA Riviera Maya the ideal setting for the Women’s Amateur Latin America – a course that will put the skills of the region’s best amateur golfers to the test under the highest level of competition. Its international prestige speaks for itself: it was recognised as Mexico’s Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards 2024 and was recently honoured in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025.

“Hosting the Women’s Amateur Latin America championship at PGA Riviera Maya is a source of great pride and reaffirms our commitment to the development of golf through young and female talent. We are convinced that the future of this sport is built on opportunities, dedication, and vision,” said Gonzalo Pan de Soraluce, Global Head of Golf Strategy, Real Estate & Golf Division, Grupo Piñero.

Since its creation, the WALA has become a key platform for the best amateur women golfers in Latin America, offering the champion a truly unique prize: invitations to compete in three of women’s golf’s major championships – The Chevron Championship, The Amundi Evian Championship and the AIG Women’s Open.

PGA Riviera Maya features a total of 27 holes across two outstanding courses: an 18-hole, par-72 Championship Course and a 9-hole, par-3 Executive Course, both within the Tulum Country Club.

In addition, PGA Riviera Maya at Tulum Country Club stands out for its first-class infrastructure, hospitality and dining options, as well as its commitment to tourism and sustainable development. These features make it an ideal venue for international events, and it has already hosted the Tulum Championship at PGA Riviera Maya on the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA TOUR Americas.

The fifth edition of the Women’s Amateur Latin America championship at PGA Riviera Maya reaffirms The R&A and ANNIKA Foundation’s commitment to the growth of women’s golf across the region. By choosing a world-class venue, the championship continues to expand its reach throughout Latin America, following successful editions in Argentina and Peru, and consolidating its status as the most important women’s amateur golf event in the region.

The championship will feature the presence of Annika Sörenstam, one of the most accomplished golfers in the history of the sport, and Lorena Ochoa, the greatest Mexican player of all time. Also taking part will be Clarisa Temelo, who in 2024 became the first Mexican to win the Women’s Amateur Latin America.

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