Nelly Korda changes shoes mid-round at U.S. Women's Open
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:18 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Nelly Korda substituted her custom LeBron James shoes during the first round of the U.S. Women's Open at Riviera Country Club on June 4, 2026. After struggling with her game, particularly off the tee, Korda's trainer provided her a different pair after a challenging bunker shot on the 13th hole. Korda mentioned feeling too much room in the original pair, which led to her decision to switch. She ended the day at 1 over par and expressed frustration over her current swing struggles.
- •Korda entered the round ranked No. 1 and was 1 over par.
- •She changed shoes after hitting a poor bunker shot on the 13th.
- •Korda expressed issues with her swing and game performance.
- •Sei Young Kim leads the tournament at 4 under par.
- 11:45 PMESPN Golf — Nelly Korda swaps out custom LeBron shoes in middle of U.S. Women's Open 1st round
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Nelly Korda changes out of shoes gifted by LeBron James mid-round at U.S. Women's Open
"Soon after Korda half-shanked a bunker shot on the 13th at Riviera Country Club, she put on a different pair of shoes.
"Not every shoe fits. The three-time major winner this season found that out at the U.S. Women's Open.
Sources
External links- ESPN GolfJun 4, 2026, 11:45 PMNelly Korda swaps out custom LeBron shoes in middle of U.S. Women's Open 1st round
Not every shoe fits. The three-time major winner this season found that out at the U.S. Women's Open.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 10:17 PMNelly Korda changes out of shoes gifted by LeBron James mid-round at U.S. Women's Open
Soon after Korda half-shanked a bunker shot on the 13th at Riviera Country Club, she put on a different pair of shoes.
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