Haeran Ryu leads AIG Women's British Open aiming for historic third major
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Haeran Ryu holds a one-shot lead at the AIG Women's British Open after a 5-under 66 on the opening day. She is pursuing an unprecedented third consecutive major title in three starts, following victories at the KPMG Women's PGA and the Amundi Evian Championship. Ryu's performance continued her remarkable comeback after a six-week layoff due to minor surgery. Competing at Royal Lytham and St. Annes, Ryu showcased a confident game, while fellow competitors Nelly Korda and Lydia Ko opened with rounds of 73 and 71, respectively. The final major of the season continues as Ryu aims to join an elite group of players with three consecutive majors.
- •Ryu shot 5-under 66 to take the first-round lead.
- •She aims for a third straight major title in three starts.
- •Korda and Ko, significant players, opened with rounds of 73 and 71.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Haeran Ryu leads AIG Women's British Open, where she's aiming for third straight major
"No player the history of the game has won three majors in three starts.
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