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Jennifer Kupcho leads after Round 1 at U.S. Women’s Open

6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Jennifer Kupcho leads after Round 1 at U.S. Women’s Open
Summary

Jennifer Kupcho holds the lead after the first round of the U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, finishing with a score of 66 (-5). Sei Young Kim trails closely in second place with a score of 67. World No. 1 Nelly Korda had a challenging start, finishing 2 over par with a score of 73. Noteworthy was Michelle Wie West’s return from retirement, showcasing a long drive of 319 yards on her first shot. Play continues with Round 2 set for June 5.

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By the Numbers
  • •Kupcho shot 66 (-5) to take the lead.
  • •Sei Young Kim finished just one stroke behind.
  • •Nelly Korda ended Round 1 at 73 (+2).
  • •Michelle Wie West returned with a 319-yard drive.
  • •The second round begins on June 5.
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  • 6:42 AMYahoo Sports — Kupcho leads US Women's Open after first round
  • 6:42 AMBBC Sport — Kupcho leads US Women's Open after first round
  • 4:08 AMESPN Golf — Kupcho sets early pace at U.S. Women's Open
  • 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Jennifer Kupcho grabs early lead in US Women's Open with confident 66 at Riviera
  • 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Kupcho seizes slim lead in US Women's Open at Riviera
  • 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Women’s Open 2026: Jennifer Kupcho takes early lead after Round 1, Nelly Korda in the rough
What they're saying
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Jennifer Kupcho made a hot start in firing a five-under-par 66 for a one-shot lead in the first round of the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club on Thursday.The American finished with seven birdies and two bogeys and a one-shot lead over South Korean Kim Sei-young.

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Jennifer Kupcho made seven birdies on an unforgiving Riviera for a 5-under 66 and a one-shot lead over Sei Young Kim in the opening round of the 81st U.S. Women's Open on Thursday.

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Jennifer Kupcho made seven birdies on an unforgiving Riviera for a 5-under 66 and a one-shot lead over Sei Young Kim in the opening round of the 81st U.S. Women’s Open.

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