Porsche Offers Cayenne Turbo Electric as Hole-in-One Prize at Evian Championship 2026
Porsche will award a Cayenne Turbo Electric to any player who cards a hole-in-one at the 16th hole during The Amundi Evian Championship, July 9–12, 2026.
- $9.1 million
- 132
- 29
- 140 meters
What Happened
Porsche returns as Automotive and Mobility Partner of The Amundi Evian Championship for the third time. The tournament, the only women's golf major on mainland Europe, takes place July 9–12, 2026 at Evian Resort Golf Club in Évian-les-Bains, France. 132 of the world's best female golfers will compete for a prize purse of $9.1 million. This year's field includes 29 players from the top 30 in the world rankings, led by Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul and Hyo Joo Kim. Defending champion Grace Kim of Australia won in 2025.
“The Amundi Evian Championship stands for world-class sport in a unique setting – and it is precisely this combination that makes the tournament so attractive for Porsche. Through our on-site presence, we are once again creating special brand experiences for players, guests and visitors, with the new Porsche Cayenne Electric playing a central role.”
Porsche will offer a range of brand experiences during tournament week. In the Public Village, vehicles include the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric in a special Formula E livery and the new Porsche 975 RSE Formula E race car, marking Porsche Motorsport's 75th anniversary. Around 30 shuttle vehicles will transport players, officials and VIP guests. VIPs can also test drive various Porsche models. From the Porsche Sky Lounge at the 18th green, invited guests will watch the action. About 100 international Porsche customers from France, Switzerland and South Korea will enjoy an exclusive program including a round of golf and a road trip in the Cayenne Electric.
9.1 millionUS dollars
For the tournament winner, with $9.1M total prize money.
- Nelly Korda (USA)
- Jeeno Thitikul (Thailand)
- Hyo Joo Kim (Korea)
- Grace Kim (Australia), defending champion
The Amundi Evian Championship tournament dates
England's Jodi Ewart Shadoff won a Porsche Macan with a hole-in-one at the same tournament
Why this matters
The prize highlights Porsche's commitment to golf sponsorship and its electric vehicle lineup. For the tournament, it adds a high-value incentive for players and generates brand visibility. Over 100 Porsche customers from France, Switzerland and South Korea will attend exclusive events, strengthening customer loyalty.
Terms in This Story
- Major
- One of the most prestigious tournaments in professional golf; there are five women's majors.
- LPGA Tour
- Ladies Professional Golf Association, the main professional golf tour for women in the United States.
- Pro-Am
- A tournament format where professional golfers play alongside amateur golfers.
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