It was American golf’s moment. And it most certainly should be a moment that shakes awake everyone in charge of the game at all levels of women’s golf.
At 27, Korda is the youngest American to win four majors since Mickey Wright in 1960. She also is the first woman since Inbee Park in 2013 to capture two majors in a season.
The outcome of her final putt was nearly a nightmare – but it turned into a moment that Nelly Korda will be able to laugh about for the rest of her career.
Feeling comfortable with her choice of lines and simply believing the famous layout fit her eye, Kupcho shot a five-under 66 on the opening day to lead the US Women’s Open by one stroke after the first round.
Women have never played a major championship in the greater Los Angeles area, which is befuddling. But Watanabe, Riviera’s president and chief executive, was the one to close to the deal.
Nelly Korda arrived at the US Women’s Open at Riviera wearing a standout number 13 jersey, explaining its personal meaning as she continues her strong season and chase for another major title.
World No.2 Jeeno Thitikul is still searching for the first major title of her young career, and the Thai star believes the key to unlocking success in is in her short game.
There will be a mix of three major winners and two US Women’s Open debutants among the Aussie contingent when the second LPGA major of the year tees off at iconic Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Jacob Bridgeman held off Rory McIlroy to win the 2026 Genesis Invitational. Here’s a full breakdown of the TaylorMade equipment setup that powered his victory at Riviera.
Riviera’s Kikuyu grass isn’t just a talking point, it’s a game-changer. Learn how this unusual turf shapes strategy, lies and scoring at the Genesis Invitational.
The legendary par-3 fourth at Riviera Country Club has been stretched to 273 yards for the Genesis Invitational, sparking debate among top pros about how the change impacts play on the iconic Redan green.
Australian Golf Digest
