Ruixin Liu is back at the scene of her maiden Ladies European Tour (LET) victory which happens to be on her home course.
The Chinese star triumphed on the World Cup Course at Mission Hills China in 2025 with a winning score of 16-under-par across three rounds.
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Liu, who lives on site at Mission Hills China, is back for the 2026 edition of the Aramco China Championship which takes place from November 5-8.
The 27-year-old has struggled with a shoulder injury during the 2026 season but is hoping to finish on a high on home soil this week.
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“Returning here is definitely special for my professional career. Last year was my first win at Mission Hills, and being back in Guangdong means a lot. This is essentially my final stop of the season, so I hope to finish on a high note,” said Liu.
“I have been managing some injury issues this season, particularly with my shoulder, so I am keeping my expectations balanced. However, I’m in a very positive mindset and looking forward to competing. My goal is to carry the great memories and momentum from last year into this week’s Aramco China Championship.
“I played 18 holes yesterday. The overall condition of the golf course is outstanding. The yardage feels like it’s playing slightly longer than last year, but the setup and the quality of the course are in top shape.”
The $2 million USD event is the final event of the 2026 PIF Global Series and the penultimate event of the LET season.
Like in 2025, Liu will have her dad on the bag again with her this week and is hoping to enjoy her time on the golf course.
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She continued: “Mission Hills is where I grew up playing. I started practicing here when I was around six years old, so I know the complex inside out. Before last year’s victory, it had actually been nearly ten years since I had played this specific course, but winning in front of the home fans created memories that naturally boost your self-belief.
“Because my shoulder isn’t 100% yet, my priority is to play freely and keep the stress levels low. My dad is on the bag caddying for me again this week, so we’re just focusing on enjoying the walk, staying relaxed, and seeing what we can produce.”
This week’s tournament is co-sanctioned by both the LET and CLPG Tour with a field of 108 players including 26 CLPGA players.
Liu believes it’s a great opportunity for the young stars and four Chinese amateurs, who are teeing it up, to compete against LET players.
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She added: “It’s a massive step in their development. Having high-calibre amateur players and emerging teenagers compete against established LET and LPGA players with high world rankings accelerates their progress.
“Before they make the leap to turn professional or transition to larger global tours, playing in a marquee event like this shows them firsthand what elite professional women’s golf demands, especially how top players navigate adversity, stay composed, and manage tough tournament setups.”
One of those players who is getting the chance to play this week is Yijia Ren, who is a six-time CLPGA Tour winner and Order of Merit leader.
Ren said: “As a young player, competing in a tournament of this calibre is invaluable. It is not only an elite platform to test our technical skills and shotmaking, but it also gives us a front-row seat to how the world’s best players manage the golf course.
“Observing how they solve problems under pressure, handle difficult course conditions, and maintain their physical and mental discipline throughout four rounds is a massive learning experience for all of us.”
