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Ina Yoon takes lead at Women's PGA Championship with record 63

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:43 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Ina Yoon takes lead at Women's PGA Championship with record 63

Summary

Ina Yoon opened the Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club with a record-equalling round of nine-under 63, taking a two-stroke lead on the first day. Yoon, 23, birdied five of her last six holes, showcasing impressive form as she seeks her first LPGA Tour victory. Karis Davidson is in second place after a career-best round of 65, while Nelly Korda, aiming for her third consecutive major win, sits at two under. Charley Hull and Lottie Woad trail significantly, sitting at one over and even par, respectively. The tournament will continue with the second round scheduled for Friday.

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By the Numbers

•Yoon's 63 matches the tournament's best opening round.
•Davidson follows with a career-best 65.
•Korda is seven shots back after a round of 70.
•Hull and Woad are off the pace at +1 and even par.
•Second round coverage begins Friday at 5:30 PM on Sky Sports Golf.

What they're saying

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Ina Yoon matched the best score in the history of the Women's PGA Championship with a nine-under 63 to take a two-stroke lead over Karis Davidson on Thursday in the third major of the season.
— Sky Sports

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