Nelly Korda secures first U.S. Women's Open title at Riviera Country Club

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:23 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Nelly Korda secures first U.S. Women's Open title at Riviera Country Club

Summary

Nelly Korda won the 2026 U.S. Women's Open at Riviera Country Club, carding a final round 2-under 69 for a tournament total of 8 under. Korda's victory was sealed by an impressive short-game display, including a crucial chip and putt for birdie on the 17th hole. This win marks her first U.S. Women's Open title and her second consecutive major victory this season, following her triumph at the Chevron Championship. Korda has now claimed four major titles overall, solidifying her status in women's golf. She aims to complete a career grand slam, requiring just one more major win this season.

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Key Details

•Korda shot a final round 69, securing an 8-under total.
•She achieved a one-stroke victory over Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez.
•This is Korda's first U.S. Women's Open title.
•She has four major championships to her name.
•Korda is one major win away from a career grand slam.

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3:23 PMCBS Sports — Nelly Korda eyes career grand slam after claiming first U.S. Women's Open, second straight major victory

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Korda now has four major titles in three of five such championships, building a résumé that continues to get longer and more impressive by the month
— CBS Sportsby Patrick McDonald

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