Yoon leads Women's PGA Championship, Korda starts strong despite setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 1:09 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Yoon Ina shot a record-equaling nine-under par 63 to lead the Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club on June 26. With nine birdies in her first round, Yoon is two strokes ahead of Karis Davidson, who carded a seven-under 65. Nelly Korda, aiming for a third consecutive major title, struggled with a double-bogey on the 16th hole but finished four-under through 15 holes. Korda's performance saw her trail the leaders significantly, putting pressure on her in the following rounds. The championship continues as players look to gain ground.
- •Yoon leads the Women's PGA Championship with a nine-under par 63.
- •Karis Davidson is in second place after a seven-under 65.
- •Nelly Korda trails the leaders after a double-bogey on the 16th hole.
- •The event is taking place at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Minnesota.
- •Yoon matched the lowest opening round in Women's PGA Championship history.
- 1:09 AMYahoo Sports — Yoon leads Women's PGA Championship, Korda satisfied with 'solid' start
"Nelly Korda hit an early speed bump in her bid for a third straight major title at the Women's PGA Championship, where Yoon Ina carded a record-equaling nine-under par 63 to grab the first-round lead.Korda, who was seven off the lead after a tough first round at the US Open but went on to claim the title for the first time, wasn't discouraged.
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