Nelly Korda Clinches Her First US Women's Open Title at Riviera Country Club

In a thrilling finale at the US Women's Open on Sunday, Nelly Korda, the world’s top-ranked golfer, secured her first title at this prestigious event with a decisive birdie on the 17th hole. Her performance at Riviera Country Club showcased her skill and composure as she finished just one stroke ahead of her closest competitors, England's Charley Hull and Mexico's Gaby Lopez.

Korda completed the tournament with an impressive overall score of eight-under par 276, carding a final round of two-under 69. This victory marks her fourth major championship win and her second this year, following her triumph at the Chevron Championship in April. As she navigated the challenging Pacific Palisades course, which is set to host golf events during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, Korda remained unfazed by the mounting pressure from Hull, Lopez, and South Korea's Chun In-Gee.

The pivotal moment came when Korda sank a crucial nine-foot birdie putt at the 17th, giving her a slender lead. "I just can't even explain how much this means to me," she expressed emotionally during the trophy presentation. Meanwhile, Hull, who had surged into contention with a remarkable third-round score of 65, finished strong with a four-under 67, totaling seven-under 277. Despite her efforts, she had to accept her fifth second-place finish in a major.

Lopez also made her mark, shooting a three-under 68 to tie for the clubhouse lead with her fourth birdie of the day at 18, only to find herself just behind Korda in the final tally. Chun, a previous US Open champion, held a two-shot advantage after consecutive birdies but faltered late in the round, ultimately finishing in fourth place with a score of six-under 278.

This victory not only adds to Korda's illustrious career but also highlights her status as one of the leading figures in women’s golf today.