Brooke Henderson opens KPMG Women's PGA Championship with 3-under 69
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Brooke Henderson shot a 3-under 69 during her opening round at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship held at Hazeltine National Golf Club. Inspired by the recent birth of her niece, Henderson recorded four birdies and faced some challenges, remaining focused on her performance. She is currently tied for sixth place in the tournament. This event marks a significant milestone as it coincides with the ten-year anniversary of her victory at the same tournament at Sahalee Country Club. Henderson aims to carry her positive momentum into the rest of the competition.
- •Henderson's opening round is 3-under 69 at Hazeltine National Golf Club.
- •She was inspired by the birth of her niece, Sahalee.
- •Currently tied for sixth place in the tournament.
- •Henderson's round included four birdies and a single bogey.
- •The event marks ten years since her first major championship win.
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Brooke Henderson's newborn niece inspires opening-round performance at KPMG Women's PGA Championship
"Not a bad wake-up call. The life-changing update from her sister and former caddie, Brittany Henderson, was certainly worth sacrificing a "do not disturb" slumber. And whether awaiting the news affected her sleep, Henderson sure didn't show it during her 3-under 69 opening round at Hazeltine National Golf Club.
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