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LPGA Tour Veteran Ryann O'Toole Wins 2026 Aon Risk Reward Challenge and $1 Million Prize

  • Ryann O'Toole won the 2026 Aon Risk Reward Challenge, earning the Aon trophy & a $1 million prize.
  • The veteran golfer secured the title through strategic decision-making across 12 challenge holes, finishing 22-under-par on counting scores.
  • O'Toole recorded four eagles on par 5s, hit 87.5% of greens in regulation, & made 15 one-putts without any three-putts.
  • Her par-5 scoring rank improved from 125th in 2025 to 11th in 2026, marking her best career ranking.
  • At age 39, O'Toole averaged a career-best 270.6 yards off the tee while combining distance with consistent execution.
  • She ended her 2026 season early to prepare for the birth of her first child with partner Gina, having already secured a commanding lead.
  • The $1 million award nearly doubles her highest single-season on-course earnings, representing a major career achievement.
  • O'Toole joins past champions Carlota Ciganda, Hannah Green, Minjee Lee, Angel Yin, Jeeno Thitikul, & Jennifer Kupcho.
  • LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler highlighted her resilience in winning with a limited schedule while navigating pregnancy & family challenges.
  • Aon CEO Anne Corona praised O'Toole's ability to understand risk, recognize opportunity, & act with confidence.
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