By Managing Editor
World No. 1 golfer Nelly Korda has captured her first-ever U.S. Women’s Open title, producing a composed final-round performance to win the 81st edition of the championship at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. Korda sealed victory after a crucial birdie on the 17th hole and a steady finish on the 18th, holding off a strong challenge from England’s Charley Hull and Mexico’s Gaby Lopez.
The victory marks another major milestone in what has already been a remarkable 2026 season for the American star. Korda entered the final round tied for the lead and delivered under pressure to secure one of the most prestigious titles in women’s golf. The triumph also adds the U.S. Women’s Open crown to her growing collection of major championships.
Riviera Country Club hosted the U.S. Women’s Open for the first time in history, making Korda the inaugural women’s champion at the iconic California venue. The tournament also featured a record-breaking purse, further highlighting the growth and global appeal of women’s golf.
Final Top 10 Leaderboard
| Position | Player | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nelly Korda | United States | -8 |
| T2 | Charley Hull | England | -7 |
| T2 | Gaby Lopez | Mexico | -7 |
| T4 | In Gee Chun | South Korea | -6 |
| T5 | Sei Young Kim | South Korea | -5 |
| T5 | Nasa Hataoka | Japan | -5 |
| T7 | Ruoning Yin | China | -4 |
| T7 | Jennifer Kupcho | United States | -4 |
| T7 | Kiara Romero (a) | United States | -4 |
| T10 | Maria Jose Marin (a) | Colombia | -3 |
Kiara Romero finished as the tournament’s leading amateur, capping an impressive week with a top-10 finish that automatically qualifies her for the 2027 U.S. Women’s Open.
Korda’s victory further strengthens her position at the top of the women’s game and continues a season that has already seen her collect multiple titles and major championship success.
