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Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul prepare for US Women's Open at Riviera

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:44 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul prepare for US Women's Open at Riviera

Summary

The 81st US Women's Open begins Thursday at Riviera Country Club, featuring top-ranked Nelly Korda and second-ranked Jeeno Thitikul. Korda aims for her fourth major title after winning the Chevron Championship earlier this year and has never captured a US Women's Open. Jeeno, seeking her first major victory, is focused on patience and consistency during the competition, inspired by Korda's dedication to practice. The tournament includes 156 players competing for a prize purse of $12 million.

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By the Numbers

•Nelly Korda pursues her first US Women's Open title.
•Jeeno Thitikul aims for her first major championship.
•The tournament features a $12 million purse.
•Korda's best finish at the US Women's Open was second last year.
•Competition takes place at the prestigious Riviera Country Club.

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11:44 PMYahoo Sports — No.1 Korda, No.2 Jeeno chase US Women's Open title

What they're saying

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Top-ranked Nelly Korda chases a lifelong dream and Thailand's second-ranked Jeeno Thitikul seeks her first major title when the 81st US Women's Open begins on Thursday at Riviera Country Club."It would have been a lifelong dream, but there's more chances."
— Yahoo Sports

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