Nelly Korda wins U.S. Women's Open, highlights from golf's biggest names
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:29 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Nelly Korda secured her first U.S. Women’s Open title at Riviera, becoming the youngest American with four LPGA majors. Her victory included a clutch birdie and a lipped-in putt on the 18th, earning her $2.5 million. Korda’s remarkable season includes four wins in eight events, placing her in contention for a potential calendar slam. J.T. Poston captured the Memorial after a long Sunday at Muirfield Village, playing 31 holes before winning in a playoff. Golf events are also marking significant moments, including Ben Kohles qualifying for his second U.S. Open.
- •Nelly Korda wins her first U.S. Women’s Open title at Riviera.
- •Korda becomes youngest American with four LPGA majors since 1960.
- •J.T. Poston wins Memorial after playing 31 holes on Sunday.
- •Ben Kohles qualifies for his second U.S. Open after winning the BMW Charity Pro-Am.
- •Korda's current season includes four wins and potential for a calendar slam.
- 3:29 PMYahoo Sports — Nelly Korda’s Post-it notes, LeBron James’ first golf highlight and Dustin Johnson’s all-time Dustin Johnson moment
"From Korda continuing a historic season to a highlight fit for a King, The Grind has the entire week in golf covered.
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