Charley Hull is in command at the Kroger Queen City Championship in Cincinnati, heading into Sunday’s final round with a shot at her third career LPGA Tour title — and her first since 2022. Currently ranked World No. 8, she’s been on a roll lately, finishing runner-up in her last two starts. But with World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul just one shot back and No. 2 Nelly Korda close behind, she’ll need to hold her nerve against some serious competition.
It’s not just Hull’s impressive scores of 68-65-67 that have people buzzing. It’s also her refreshingly candid, often hilarious outlook on golf, injuries, and life that has captured attention this week. She’s a natural entertainer in the press room — and leading the tournament means we get to hear even more from her. Here are some of her most memorable quotes from the week.
1. On playing through pain:
“My game feels good. I completely tore a ligament in my ankle after the British Open. Doctors said nine weeks off, but I was back in three. Bit sore now, but here we are.”
Hull’s grit — and impatience — says it all.
2. On deciding whether to play in Hawai’i:
“Not sure if I’ll play. I’ve got a torn back muscle and some cysts on my spine. A 17-hour journey might do more harm than good.”
Just casually listing off major injuries while weighing up a flight.
3. On team events:
“Haven’t looked at who’s on the team, to be honest. I’ll just turn up and play.”
Classic Hull: focused on golf, not the extras.
4. On setbacks:
“I fainted at Evian, hurt my back lifting a box, then tore my ankle ligament. But I’m still breathing, so I’m fine.”
An incredible outlook for someone who’s battled one injury after another.
5. On resting:
“Took three or four weeks off, but I get bored sitting on the sofa. Golf’s where I’m supposed to be.”
She may hate downtime, but it explains her passion for the game.
6. On pain:
“It hurt today. But pain’s just weakness of the mind, so I’ll be fine.”
Tough as nails.
7. On her father’s influence:
“My dad used to say, ‘You break anything? No? Then get up.’ I’ve always been that way — tough love.”
Explains a lot about her fearless mentality.
8. On motivation:
“I just love it. Playing golf isn’t work to me. I can’t wait to make birdies this weekend.”
Her joy for the game shines through.
9. On pressure:
“I feel pretty relaxed, honestly. Not even thinking about tomorrow. Just looking forward to my fish tacos tonight.”
Hull’s idea of pressure management: food and chill.
10. On keeping it simple:
“I don’t overthink. Just hit the ball, find it, and hit it again. Golf’s just hitting a white ball at a pin.”
Hull, the philosopher — reminding everyone to keep it simple.
As she heads into the final round with a slim lead, one thing’s for sure: whether she wins or not, Charley Hull will keep entertaining both on and off the course.
