Charley Hull Faces Her Toughest Mental Battle Yet at $2.4M Tournament—A Heartbreaking Recurrence of the Psychological Barrier That Once Left Her Physically Ill!
A Familiar Nightmare for Charley Hull
The struggle continues for English golfer Charley Hull. It has been over two years since her last LPGA Tour victory, and she came painfully close to breaking that drought at the 2025 HSBC Women’s World Championship.
Heading into the final round, Hull was just one stroke behind Lydia Ko, putting herself in prime position to challenge for the title. However, the pressure proved overwhelming once again. Despite her strong play throughout the tournament, final-round nerves took over, leading to a disappointing 2-over-par 74 finish. She ultimately placed fourth, while Ko, more accustomed to high-stakes final rounds, kept her composure to secure her 23rd LPGA Tour title.
Even Ko acknowledged the intensity of the battle, saying in her post-win press conference:
“Yeah, it’s nerve-wracking but it’s also exciting. It’s not every week we get to contend, and obviously our goal is to be in contention more and more often.”
While Hull’s loss was heartbreaking, it didn’t break her spirit. She took to Instagram to reflect on her experience, expressing gratitude for the event and congratulating Ko on her victory.
“Not the finish I wanted today but as always a fantastic event at @hsbcwomensgolf 🔥 Thanks for all the great local support❤️ Always a pleasure to play with @lydsko and congrats on another impressive win,” she wrote.
Fans Rally Behind Charley Hull
Despite falling short of victory, Hull’s performance was one of the tournament’s biggest highlights. Fans flooded her post with words of encouragement, recognizing her resilience and determination.
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One supporter reassured her, saying:
“Charley, tough day but great tournament. You are always a class act. Best wishes for a great 2025. ❤️❤️❤️”
Another fan expressed excitement about Hull’s return to Singapore after a two-year absence:
“So glad to finally see you in Singapore, Charley!!🔥🔥🙌🙌 Those close putts were such a pity🥲 Rooting for you always 🙌🙌”
Hull’s relentless attitude has long been admired by her followers. One comment captured this sentiment perfectly:
“Keep pressing, Charley! Your class will come through in future tournaments.”
Others simply expressed their joy in watching her compete:
“Charley, you’re a 🌟! Such a pleasure watching you play this week! ❤️”
“Well done, Charley! Hope to see you in Singapore again 👏🏻❤️⛳️”
A Performance to Be Proud Of
Even though Hull didn’t lift the trophy, her efforts didn’t go unnoticed. One fan summed up her performance by pointing out how difficult the course and competition were:
“Very tough course and even tougher opponents. Extremely proud of your performance, Charley. Not much you could have done to win with the way Lydia was playing—her putting was almost flawless. Nothing to be ashamed of. Great tournament 😍😍😍😍”
Hull pushed her rivals to the limit through the first 54 holes, proving she still has what it takes to win at the highest level. Had she maintained her form in the final round, she could have very well been celebrating a long-awaited LPGA victory.
Can Charley Hull Overcome Her Final-Round Nerves?
The mental barrier that has haunted Hull in past tournaments resurfaced once again, raising the question: Can she find a way to conquer her nerves and secure another title?
With her undeniable talent and the unwavering support of her fans, there’s no doubt that Hull remains a serious contender for future tournaments. Will 2025 finally be the year she breaks through? Stay tuned for more updates from the LPGA Tour!
