Nelly Korda continues solid play at U.S. Women’s Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Nelly Korda shares the lead heading into the final round of the 2026 U.S. Women's Open at Riviera C.C. Korda, who has averaged 77 percent greens in regulation this season, has posted greens in regulation percentages of 56%, 61%, and 56% in the first three rounds. Despite some struggles with approach shots in the first round, she improved her strokes gained significantly in the second and third rounds. After a strong finish, Korda demonstrated effective ball-striking, missing greens but being positioned in advantageous spots, crucial for making birdies.
- •Korda hits 56% of greens in the first round, 61% in the second.
- •She gained 2.62 strokes on the field in approach plays during the third round.
- •Korda finished birdie-birdie-birdie to tie for the lead.
- •She addresses a swing issue with her sister's help before improving her play.
- •Final round play will determine if Korda secures her fourth major championship.
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — This is the most interesting stat from Nelly Korda’s U.S. Women’s Open so far
"Nelly Korda's ball-striking stats tell an interesting story in pursuit of her fourth major title at the 2026 U.S. Women's Open
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