"It has been a great year. I'm really proud of what I've achieved and happy to have been competitive in so many tournaments," said Jutanugarn, who has twice finished third in the Australian Women's Open.

"I've always enjoyed coming to Australia to play and I've had a great time in Adelaide the past couple of years, so I can't wait to come back in February and get my 2019 season started."

At the age of 22, Lee is already lining up for her eighth Women's Australian Open, still seeking a victory in the event, which is co-sanctioned with the LPGA Tour.

After recording 13 top-10 finishes on the LPGA Tour in 2018, that could be close.

"I've come close a couple of times, so hopefully in February I can take that next step," Lee said.

"It's always a huge thrill to play in front of the home crowds and we have had enormous support here in Adelaide the past three years.

"I've had a solid 2018, so I'm really excited about starting 2019 with a bang at The Grange."

AAP