Nelly Korda Wins US Women's Open in Dramatic Finish
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the 2026 US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club by one shot, finishing at eight-under par. She birdied the 17th and sank a dramatic 2-foot putt on the 18th to hold off Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez. The victory is Korda's fourth major title and second of the season, making her the first woman since Inbee Park to win the first two majors of the year. Hull finished runner-up for the fifth time in a major.
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No doubt Hull finds elusive major but can she build Korda rivalry?
Former AIG Women's Open champion Karen Stupples expressed full confidence that Charley Hull will eventually win a major title, following Hull's fifth runner-up finish at the US Women's Open. Nelly Korda won the tournament by one shot over Hull and Gaby Lopez at Riviera Country Club, securing her fourth major and back-to-back major titles. Stupples praised Hull's game and short-game improvements, suggesting she could win at Royal Lytham later this year. The article explores the potential for a compelling rivalry between Hull and world No. 1 Korda, with Hull calling her latest near-miss 'frustrating'.
SkySports | NewsNelly Korda Wins US Women's Open, Fulfilling Childhood Dream with Fourth Major Title
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club, securing a one-shot victory over Charley Hull. The win is Korda's fourth major title and her second of the 2026 season, following her Chevron Championship victory. Korda, who debuted at the US Women's Open as a 14-year-old in 2013, had previously struggled at the event, including a runner-up finish in 2025. She became the youngest American since 1960 to win four majors and completed the third leg of the career Grand Slam. In her victory press conference, Korda described the win as a childhood dream come true, noting she relied on mental toughness despite not having her best game. The victory solidifies her dominant 2026 season and raises questions about a potential Grand Slam.
SkySports | NewsCharley Hull rues 'frustrating' near-miss after fifth major runner-up finish at US Women's Open
Charley Hull expressed frustration after finishing runner-up in a major for the fifth time in her career, this time at the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club. Hull, who was seven strokes off the lead after two rounds, charged back with a third-round 65 and briefly held the lead on Sunday. However, world No. 1 Nelly Korda birdied her penultimate hole to secure a one-shot victory over Hull and Mexico's Gaby Lopez. Hull admitted the near-miss was 'pretty annoying' but praised her own play. She now has five second-place finishes in majors without a win, extending England's wait for a new female major champion. Hull said she 'loves' major weeks and feels she can make charges on weekends, even when she just makes the cut.
SkySports | NewsNelly Korda Wins US Women's Open with Dramatic 2ft Putt
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won her fourth major championship at the US Women's Open held at Riviera Country Club. The victory came in dramatic fashion as she sank a 2-foot putt on the 18th green that lipped into the hole, securing the win. The event took place on June 8, 2026, and was covered by Sky Sports. The article highlights the tense moment and Korda's achievement in claiming another major title.
SkySports | NewsNelly Korda wins US Women's Open in dramatic finish, Charley Hull finishes runner-up
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club in California by one shot, finishing at eight-under par. She birdied the 17th hole and parred the 18th to hold off a charging Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez, who tied for second. Hull made a historic weekend comeback with a 65 and 67, briefly leading on the final day, but ultimately recorded her fifth runner-up finish in a major without a victory. Korda's win is her fourth major title and second of the 2026 season, making her the first woman since Inbee Park to win the first two majors of the year. In Gee Chun finished fourth, one shot further back.
SkySports | NewsKorda Leads US Women's Open with Hull in Contention
Day three of the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club saw Nelly Korda maintaining her lead, with Charley Hull among the top contenders. The highlights from the third round were broadcast by Sky Sports on June 7, 2026, showcasing key moments from the major championship. The event is ongoing, with Korda positioned to secure a potential victory.
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