Nelly Korda leads U.S. Women's Open as challengers close in at Riviera
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Nelly Korda, the world No. 1 in women's golf, is in the final round of the U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera, vying for her first national championship. She holds a narrow lead, facing strong competition from major winners and other challengers, including Sei Young Kim and In Gee Chun, both tied at six under. Other close contenders like Ruoning Yin and Jennifer Kupcho are just a few strokes back, keeping the race tight. The final round could see a significant shift as players aim to take advantage of Korda's position.
- •Nelly Korda leads at the U.S. Women's Open
- •Sei Young Kim and In Gee Chun are tied for second
- •Ruoning Yin and Jennifer Kupcho are in contention
- •Final round under way at Riviera Golf Club
- •Korda aims for her first national championship
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — What are the chances of these major winners and long shots beating Nelly Korda at Riviera
"A look at the chances of the nine closest chasers to Nelly Korda heading into the final round of the U.S. Women's Open
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