The new edition of the Rolex Rankings has been released, here are some of the prominent changes:
- Jeeno Thitikul’s win at the Mizuho Americas Open wasn’t enough to move her to No. 1, but she has closed the gap on Nelly Korda significantly. This week, the two are in the same field for the first time since the Chevron Championship and are clearly both in great form. A great week from Thitikul could go a long way toward moving her to the top spot once again.
- Ruoning Yin moved up four spots to No. 4 in the world after a second consecutive runner-up finish. Yin has been in great form in 2026, leading to her highest ranking since last July.
- After another great finish at Mizuho, Gaby López continues to climb the rankings, up to No. 21. This time last year, López was ranked No. 60 in the world.
- Celine Boutier and Jennifer Kupcho both had disappointing weekends at Mizuho, but each moved into the top 30 in the world.
- Jenny Bae’s hot streak continued, moving her into the top 50 in the Rolex Rankings at No. 49. Bae entered the year outside the top 80. The consistency isn’t great for the young American, but when she is in form, she looks like a future star.
- Lilia Vu moved out of the top 90 in the world, and is in danger of falling outside the top 100 completely. Vu hasn’t finished in the top 15 at an LPGA Tour event since March of 2025.
- Melanie Green moved up a good chunk again, as she continues to put herself in the mix. She is now ranked No. 114 in the world. She needs to continue playing well if she wants a shot at the Solheim Cup team for the United States, but it is certainly not out of the picture.
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