SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (Click here to jump to course map)
All times are Eastern Time and schedules are subject to change. Starting times will be posted once available at usga.org and pairings guides will be available just inside the championship gates.
Practice Rounds (closed to the public)
- Monday, July 26
- Tuesday, July 27
- Wednesday, July 28
Championship Rounds (ticketed admission)
Championship Rounds 1 and 2
Play is scheduled to begin at approximately 7:00 a.m. from the first tee and approximately 7:30 a.m. from the 12th tee. The last groups are scheduled to begin play at 1:39 p.m. from the first tee and 2:09 p.m. from the 12th tee.
- Thursday, July 29 (Round 1)
(Gates open at the first tee time, 7:00 a.m., until the conclusion of play)
- Friday, July 30 (Round 2)
(Gates open at the first tee, 7:00 a.m., time until the conclusion of play)
Championship Rounds 3 and 4
The first starting time will be determined by the number of players who make the 36-hole cut (50 lowest scores and anyone tying for 50th place). Generally, the first pairing begins from the first tee between 7:30-8:30 a.m.; the last pairing for both days will start from the first tee at approximately 12:41 p.m.
- Saturday, July 31 (Round 3)
(Gates open approx. 30 minutes before the first tee time until the conclusion of play)
- Sunday, August 1 (Round 4)
(Gates open approx. 30 minutes before the first tee time until the conclusion of play)
PLAYOFF
If there is a tie for the low score after 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will be held immediately following the final round. If the playoff results in a tie, the tied players will continue to play off hole-by-hole (sudden-death format) until the champion is determined.
BROADCAST INFORMATION
The final two rounds of the 2021 U.S. Senior Women’s Open will be broadcast live on Golf Channel 2–5 p.m. EDT on Saturday and Sunday.
TICKET INFORMATION
We are thrilled to be able to welcome fans to this year's championship. Tickets are available to the public for all four championship rounds. Tickets are available to purchase here.
If you have already purchased tickets, you will receive an email from guestservices@axs.com approximately one week prior to the event, which will include your mobile ticket(s).
Once you receive your mobile ticket via email, please refer to this video tutorial for instructions to utilize your mobile ticket.
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
The health and safety of everyone associated with the U.S. Senior Women’s Open is our top priority. We are working with the State of Connecticut and Fairfield County to establish health and safety measures in conjunction with CDC guidelines to promote a safe environment and quality experience on the golf course. It takes the cooperation of everyone on-site to ensure a safe environment for our guests, players, caddies, volunteers, and staff.
To promote a safe environment for all attendees at the championship, the following health and safety protocols will be in place for the duration of the championship:
- Masks will be required for unvaccinated fans when indoors (except when actively eating or drinking) and in areas where social distancing is not possible. Masks are encouraged for all fans and required for unvaccinated fans when on championship shuttle buses. Social distancing will continue to be encouraged throughout the grounds during championship week.
- All attendees will be encouraged to practice social distancing.
*Note: Health and safety protocols are subject to change based on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic and recommended guidance. All updates to the health and safety protocols will be provided on usga.org.
AUTOGRAPH POLICY
For the health and safety of the players and all attendees, we ask that you respect each player’s complete focus on preparing for and playing in the championship. If you are requesting an autograph, please be respectful and wait until they have concluded play for the day.
JUNIOR TICKET POLICY
Juniors ages 18 and under are eligible for complimentary tickets, on any day, when accompanied by an adult ticket or credential holder.
MOBILE DEVICE POLICY
The USGA encourages fans to capture their favorite moments at our championships and stay connected with family and friends while on-site. We have set guidelines on mobile device usage to ensure our players and other fans are not distracted or disrupted during the championship. Fans may carry mobile devices smaller than 7” in length and/or height; however, please make sure all device volume controls are set to “silent” or “vibrate” and flash photography is disabled prior to entering the championship gate. Phone calls must not be received or placed in any area that may disrupt play. Photography, video, and audio recording are permitted throughout the course, but content must not be used for commercial purposes or disrupt play. Live streaming or shot-by-shot coverage of any player (with or without video) is not permitted at any time throughout championship week.
Conducting a global championship for the best golfers in the world is our primary focus. Violation of any of the above policies may result in immediate expulsion and loss of ticket privileges for the remainder of the championship.
FOOD & BEVERAGE INFORMATION
Food and beverage options will be available for purchase on the property, including a variety of food trucks featuring Fire Engine Pizza, Super Duper Weenie, Snappy Dawgs, Rogue Coffee and Micalizzi’s Ice Cream.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking for fans will be located at Fairfield University located at 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824. Use the main University entrance on Loyola Drive and championship signs and personnel will direct you to shuttles and lots. The USGA will provide a shuttle to and from the championship. All parking and shuttle service is free of charge to all fans.
MERCHANDISE INFORMATION
Official championship merchandise will be available for purchase in the Brooklawn Golf Shop.
LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS
- No Weapons (regardless of permit, including but not limited to firearms or knives)
- No Explosives and/or Fireworks of any kind
- No Tablets and/or Computers (mobile devices smaller than 7" are permitted, subject to mobile device policy)
- No Drones
- No Selfie Sticks
- No Cameras (point and shoot, film, or DSLR) or Video Cameras
- No Noise-Producing Devices (including portable speakers)
- No Backpacks, Briefcases, Purses and/or Bags larger than 6" W x 6" H x 6" D in their natural state
NOTE: Transparent/clear plastic hand and shoulder bags no larger than 12" W x 12" H x 6" D are permitted
- No Signs, Posters and/or Banners
- No Food and/or Beverages except for medical or infant needs
- Water bottles (32-ounce size or less, no glass) are permitted provided they are empty
- No Glass, Coolers, Aerosol Cans and/or Spray Bottles except for medical or infant needs
NOTE: Personal-care items (3-ounce size or less) are permitted.
- No Pets (other than service animals as defined by the ADA assisting disabled individuals)
- No Lawn Chairs and/or Oversized Chairs (carrying cases are not permitted)
- No Ladders and/or Step Stools or other similar items
- No Bicycles allowed inside admission areas or on the championship grounds.
- No other items or actions deemed unlawful, dangerous, or disruptive by the USGA and/or Championship Security Personnel, in their sole discretion.
NOTE: The USGA reserves the right to amend the List of Prohibited Items at any time to provide a safe and secure championship.
ADA ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities. Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles having appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations. Specific question related to ADA parking may be directed to usseniorwomensopen@usga.org. Accessible restrooms will be available at portable restroom locations throughout the championship grounds.
WEATHER INFORMATION
Meteorology staff will be always onsite monitoring weather conditions. The USGA will communicate important safety information to fans through special alerts that will appear on all leader boards, thru boards, and video boards. Please read all alerts and follow safety instructions. In general, an alert shown in BLUE or YELLOW is being posted for general awareness while ORANGE indicates that fans should be prepared to take action. An Alert shown in RED poses an imminent threat and will require immediate action as stated in the Alert.
Weather Advisory (Blue): A Weather Advisory will be posted to alert fans of specific weather conditions that will require certain precautions.
Weather Watch (Yellow): A Weather Watch may be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is possible, and they should be prepared to take shelter or return to their vehicles.
Weather Warning (Orange): A Weather Warning may be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is approaching, and they should be prepared to take shelter or return to their vehicles.
Weather Warning (Red): A Weather Warning may be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is imminent, and they should take immediate action to ensure their safety, including exiting all grandstands.
A suspension of play for dangerous conditions will be indicated by one prolonged air-horn blast. In the event of a suspension of play, grandstands will be cleared immediately. If lightning is detected, please avoid open areas, hilltops, high places, isolated trees, golf carts and wire fences, and seek shelter immediately. Play will resume as soon as conditions allow.
