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Charley Hull finishes second at U.S. Women's Open, seeks first major title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Charley Hull finishes second at U.S. Women's Open, seeks first major title

Summary

Charley Hull placed second at the 2026 U.S. Women's Open held at Riviera Country Club, finishing behind Nelly Korda, who won her first title in the tournament. Hull, who was a co-leader early on, expressed frustration over her fifth runner-up finish in a major. Despite this, she enjoys competing in major events, stating that they are more motivating for her compared to regular tournaments. Hull's best finish at the U.S. Women's Open reflects her consistent performance since her first close call in 2016. Looking ahead, Hull continues to seek her first major championship.

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By the Numbers

•Hull's eagle on the first hole set a strong tone for her round.
•Nelly Korda secured her win by making a crucial putt late in the tournament.
•Hull's performance marks her best finish at the U.S. Women's Open since 2023.
•She has five second-place finishes in majors, one of only three players with this achievement.
•Hull emphasizes her enthusiasm for competing in major events over regular tournaments.

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5:40 PMYahoo Sports — 'I pretty much only get up for the majors': Charley Hull after another second, this time at U.S. Women's Open

What they're saying

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Charley Hull called her runner-up at U.S. Women's Open "frustrating" and "pretty annoying" but admitted she "pretty much only get up for the majors."
— Yahoo Sports

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