Sofia Rivera finishes U.S. Women's Open with strong birdie pitch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Sofia Rivera, 16, completed her first U.S. Women's Open on June 5 at the Riviera Country Club. She finished the second round with a score of 74, totaling 7-over 149, which did not qualify her for the weekend. Rivera marked the end of her round with a 68-foot birdie pitch at the par-4 18th hole, her fourth birdie of the day. She previously shot a 75 in the first round, tying for 113th place with multiple hours of play remaining. Rivera recorded significant performances throughout her rounds, including long putts and notable up-and-downs for par.
- •Rivera shot 74 in the second round at the U.S. Women's Open.
- •She finished at 7-over 149, missing the cut.
- •Her final birdie came from a 68-foot pitch on 18.
- •She recorded four birdies during the second round.
- •Rivera tied for 113th place when her round ended.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — Sofia Rivera caps her first U.S. Open experience with a long birdie pitch
"Sofia Rivera, 16, played in the second round of the U.S. Women's Open on June 5. How did the St. Augustine resident do in her first major championship?
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