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Defending champ Kang part of talented field in LPGA Tournament of Champions

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Hilton Grand Vacations LPGA Tournament of Champions begins on Thursday morning at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club.

Defending champion Danielle Kang is one of 29 LPGA Tour pros in the field. They will play with 53 celebrities over four rounds. Kang shot a final round 68 in 2022 to win the title after losing in a playoff in 2021.

Orlando native Annika Sorenstam has over 90 professional wins and will be playing as a celebrity in the field.

World No. 2 golfer Nelly Korda is one of the favorites to win this year’s title. She has eight wins on the LPGA Tour.

The first round begins on Thursday morning and the final round is set for Sunday.