Nelly Korda captured the 2026 US Women's Open on Sunday, building a wide lead in the Rolex ANNIKA Major Award race.

The world No. 1 closed with a 2-under 69 to finish at 8-under at Riviera Country Club, just one stroke ahead of Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez.

Nelly Korda Extends LPGA Leaderboard Dominance

Korda now holds two major titles this season, after lifting the 2026 Chevron Championship trophy.

That puts her in position for the Rolex ANNIKA Major Award, which recognizes the LPGA player with the best record across all five majors. With three events left, it's unlikely for another competitor to catch up.

Beyond the award race, Korda now sits two points from LPGA Hall of Fame eligibility, holding 25 of the requisite 27.

A Career Grand Slam is also in play. Korda needs to win either July's Amundi Evian Championship or AIG Women's Open to earn the honor.

2026 Rolex ANNIKA Major Award Standings

As for the Rolex ANNIKA Major, the winner will be announced after the AIG Women's Open before being celebrated in November at the Rolex LPGA Awards during the CME Group Tour Championship.

Current Major Award rankings:

The next LPGA Tour next moves to the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship, teeing off June 24th in Minnesota.

World No. 1 Nelly Korda conquered the Open, scoring her first-ever US Women’s Open victory on Sunday to claim her second straight LPGA major this year.

The win came down to Korda’s final putt. She launched a birdie that kissed rim of the 18th hole to beat No. 7 Charley Hull and No. 22 Gaby Lopez by a single shot.

“It’s even sweeter, especially with that ice cream swirl on the last hole,” Korda said afterwards.

“This week was definitely a grind,” she continued. “I was just grinding out there, and that’s what I guess major championships are all about, right? It doesn’t matter if you have your B or C game. You have to be there mentally.”

The 27-year-old’s long-awaited US Women’s Open win cements a recent return to form. With the win, Korda picked up her fourth 2026 title across eight starts.

“I didn’t feel my best on the back nine,” Korda said. “I had a lot of emotions swirling in my stomach. [But] it’s a dream come true. I’ve dreamt about this moment since I was a little girl.”

Jennifer Kupcho shot a 5-under par 66 on Thursday, securing the opening-round lead at the 2026 US Women's Open.

The 29-year-old made seven birdies at Riviera Country Club to hold a one-shot edge over South Korea's Sei Young Kim on the day's leaderboard.

Jennifer Kupcho Surges Up the LPGA Leaderboard

Kupcho led the field in approach shots on the day with an iron play on the second hole that landed within a foot of the pin. She then built momentum with three consecutive birdies during the afternoon stretch.

According to the world No. 26, a pre-tournament scouting trip helped her read Riviera's greens and angles ahead of time.

"I just really, really like the golf course," she said after Round 1. "It's kind of a ball-striker's paradise. Just hit it down the fairway, hit it on the green and make the putts."

A victory would give Kupcho her fifth career LPGA Tour win and her first major title since the 2022 Chevron Championship.

However, she faces stiff competition in Mexico's Gaby Lopez and Japan's Hinako Shibuno, as both ended the day just two strokes back after carding opening rounds of 3-under-par 68. Lopez made five birdies through her first eight holes before three bogeys pulled her back.

No. 1 Nelly Korda Faces Early Hurdles at Riviera

While Kupcho thrived, US star Nelly Korda endured a frustrating opening day, finishing at 2-over par 73 after struggling with accuracy off the tee.

She swapped out a pair of custom Nike shoes sent by NBA superstar LeBron James mid-round, but said the footwear wasn't to blame.

"It wasn't a great day," Korda told reporters. "I hit it really good Monday through Wednesday, so I have honestly no idea where this came from. I'm going to go to the range."

Where to Watch the 2026 US Women’s Open LPGA Leaderboard

Coverage of the second round of the US Women's Open begins today at 2 PM ET, live on USA Network.

World No. 1 Nelly Korda is officially heading to the Netherlands, as the LPGA Tour star just punched Team USA's first ticket to the 2026 US Solheim Cup.

Korda holds 2,603 points in the US standings, putting her more than 1,000 points ahead of second-place Angel Yin. And with only nine qualifying events left on the LPGA schedule, it appears that no one can catch her.

US captain Angela Stanford shared her excitement about the news. She praised Korda's work ethic and competitive spirit, calling her a massive asset for Team USA in the upcoming international tournament.

"Nelly's hard work, demeanor, and competitiveness make her an asset and I can't wait to watch her compete for the USA at Bernardus," Stanford said.

Nelly Korda Rockets to the Top of the LPGA Tour Standings

Over her last 30 LPGA Tour starts, Korda has lifted four trophies including the 2026 Chevron Championship — her third career major title.

She opened her 2026 season with six consecutive T2 or higher finishes, including three wins. This fall will mark her fifth Solheim Cup appearance, as Korda carries a 10-5-1 lifetime record into the event.

With the Cup still months away, the 27-year-old is now focused on a tournament much closer to home.

This week, she's gracing the LPGA leaderboard at Riviera Country Club for the 2026 US Women's Open. After failing to get a win at last year's competition, Korda is more motivated than ever to add yet another win to her 2026 LPGA season run.

"It made me hungrier to be in those positions," Korda said last year's performance. "There's no better place to be in than in the hunt on a back nine on Sunday at a major championship, especially at the Women's Open."

Where to Watch the 2026 US Women’s Open LPGA Major

The US Women's Open runs through Sunday, with live coverage across USA, Peacock, and NBC Sports.

The LPGA is hitting new heights this week, as the US Women’s Open takes over Riviera Country Club with a record $12.5 million on the line.

The tournament upped the ante after offering $12 million in 2024 and 2025, becoming the latest LPGA Tour event to raise its purse this year.

“We’re proud to lead on that front as we lift up the women’s game,” USGA Chief Championships Officer John Bodenhamer said.

Sweden’s Maja Stark returns after capturing the 2025 title, while world No. 1 Nelly Korda hunts the only major LPGA trophy missing from her shelf.

Michelle Wie West also joins the this week’s LPGA leaderboard, using her last year of exemption after stepping away from pro golf three years ago.

Where to Watch the 2026 US Women’s Open LPGA Major

The US Women’s Open tees off today at 9:45 AM ET, with live coverage across USA and Peacock.

French golfer Celine Boutier is back in the winner's circle after mounting a final-round comeback to capture the 2026 ShopRite LPGA Classic on Sunday.

Entering the final day four strokes behind the leader, Boutier fired a flawless 5-under-par 66 at the Seaview Bay Course. She carded three crucial birdies around the turn to finish the 54-hole tournament at 9-under 204.

The victory marks her seventh career LPGA Tour title and second win at the New Jersey tournament.

Dramatic Final Round Shakes Up ShopRite LPGA Leaderboard

Second-round leader Soo Bin Joo controlled the tournament early on. But the 22-year-old South Korean struggled on the back nine. Joo lost her cushion and tumbled down the standings after a critical double-bogey on the 13th hole.

That's when Boutier launched her come-from-behind run. She seized the top spot on the LPGA leaderboard on that same hole by sinking a dramatic 30-foot birdie putt.

Thailand's Arpichaya Yubol staged a late rally with consecutive birdies on the final two holes. However, she finished one stroke behind the 32-year-old Frenchwoman.

"To have a chance to win today is definitely something very special," Boutier of the win. "I think it's great tournament, very special for me, so really excited to be able to have another win here."

The 2026 ShopRite LPGA purse topped $2 million, offering a substantial payout to the top finishers. Boutier is expected to take home over $300,000 in prize money after claiming the top spot.

More importantly, the win gives the French star valuable momentum heading into next week's US Women's Open.

The LPGA Tour returns to South Jersey this weekend for the 2026 ShopRite LPGA Classic.

Running from May 29th to 31st at Seaview Golf Club's historic Bay Course, the event features a fresh tournament look, elevated stakes, and a competitive field.

This year, 144 of the world's top golfers are vying for an event-record $2 million purse — up 14.3% over last year's tournament prize pool. The financial boost underscores a growing organizational commitment to expanding economic opportunities in women's golf.

The increased purse will likely benefit a new LPGA champion, as no one has successfully defended a ShopRite LPGA title since Anna Nordqvist's back-to-back victories in 2015 and 2016. In fact, 14 different golfers have hoisted the trophy since 2010.

Key LPGA Players to Watch ion the ShopRite Leaderboard

This year, defending champion Jennifer Kupcho leads a pack of past winners eager to snap the tournament's decade-long trend.

Among the leaderboard is 2022 champion Brooke Henderson, who posted 7-under-par or better in three of her first four LPGA events this season. Henderson also ranks 11th in driving accuracy at 77.27%, a statistical edge on Seaview's narrow layouts.

Several rising stars add even more depth to the 2026 ShopRite field.

World No. 15 Hye-Jin Choi arrives with three Top 10 finishes this season, backed by the Tour's fourth-most sub-par rounds. Second-year Australian pro Cassie Porter also brings momentum, tallying four Top 30 finishes through nine starts in 2026.

Elsewhere, fellow Australian Robyn Choi joins the field fresh off a tie for eighth place at the recent Kroger Queen City Championship.

However, missing from this year's tournament is US star Nelly Korda. The No. 1 finished eighth at the Queen City Championship earlier this month, and is taking a planned break before heading to the US Women's Open.

With a blend of veteran champions — including 43-year-old US legend Natalie Gulbis — and young talent, the 54-hole sprint promises to deliver the drama at the Jersey Shore.

English sensation Lottie Woad is on the rise, earning her second career LPGA title on Sunday after winning the 2026 Kroger Queen City Championship by two strokes.

Finishing at 12-under par at Maketewah Country Club, Lottie Woad edged out Haeran Ryu, who finished second at 10-under after a costly double bogey on the 13th hole derailed her comeback bid.

"This one is definitely a little sweeter than the first because I wasn't really expecting that," said the 22-year-old. "I've seen how good everyone is out there, so it's good to win again."

Woad entered the final round with a three-shot lead but watched it disappear before the back nine as Ryu surged. The former Florida State star reclaimed control after Ryu's double bogey on the par-4 13th, which came after three-putting from close range.

The Queen City Championship winner sealed the victory with a long left-to-right breaking birdie putt on the par-4 17th hole. She parred the 18th to cap a steady final round that featured eight pars in a nine-hole stretch without a birdie.

Woad impressed with her accuracy over the final three rounds, hitting 10 of 14 fairways in each after struggling to just 3 of 14 in Thursday's opening round. She hit 15 of 18 greens in regulation on Sunday.

World No. 1 Nelly Korda and No. 2 Jeeno Thitikul both finished well back on the LPGA leaderboard. Korda rebounded from a poor third round to tie for eighth at three-under, while Thitikul finished seventh at six-under.

Woad burst onto the scene last year out of Florida State, winning the Scottish Open in her pro debut after finishing third at the 2025 Evian Championship as an amateur.

Michelle Wie West struggled with nerves during her LPGA Tour return on Thursday, shooting a 10-over-par 82 in the first round of the 2026 Mizuho Americas Open at Mountain Ridge Country Club.

The 36-year-old event host gave herself an exemption to compete in her first LPGA Tour tournament since the 2023 US Open at Pebble Beach. She went on to finish 118th out of 119 players after the opening round.

"I wasn't nervous going in, and I get to the first tee and I'm like holy s---," Wie West said afterwards. "Hole all of a sudden looks so small. Got to a two-footer and I'm like, 'I'm not going to hit the hole. No way.'"

Her husband Jonnie served as her caddie, working to keep her spirits up during a difficult round at Mountain Ridge Country Club in New Jersey.

"My husband was talking me off the ledge the whole round," Wie West said. "Golf can take you places, and I went places today."

The former US Women's Open champion admitted her mental state got "dark, very dark — it got very grim" as she navigated the pressure. She called dealing with anxiety on the course a skill that requires practice, rather than something players can simply overcome on the spot.

Despite the tough outing, Michelle Wie West viewed the experience as valuable preparation ahead of June's 2026 US Open.

"I think playing under nerves is a skill," she said. "So I take that feelings that I felt, the nervy feelings that I felt today, I definitely take that as practice."

Wie West praised the skill level of the LPGA regulars who compete week after week, calling them "dialed" and "amazing" for handling the conditions day after day.

Just one week after winning the 2026 Chevron Championship, Nelly Korda finished atop the LPGA Mayakoba leaderboard to win the Riviera Maya Open.

The world No. 1 controlled the tournament throughout the week, closing with a 3-under 69 on Sunday at El Camaleón Golf Course to finish at 17-under overall. She secured a four-shot victory over Arpichaya Yubol, who finished solo second at 13-under.

Korda bogeyed the par-5 18th — just her second bogey of the tournament. However, the game's outcome had long been decided.

“I just made two mistakes all week,” Korda said afterwards. “With how tight the fairways are and how hard this golf course is, I played some really good golf.”

That level of control defined her week.

The 27-year-old US star either led or stayed near the top of the LPGA Mayakoba leaderboard throughout the tournament, with players like Yubol, Jodi Ewart Shadoff, and Carlota Ciganda remaining within reach yet unable to match her consistency.

“I’m just enjoying myself — I love the competition,” Korda said.

The win furthers what's becoming a notable 2026 LPGA Tour run.

In addition to lifting her second Chevron Championship trophy — and reclaiming her No. 1 status — Korda opened the 2026 season by winning the HGV Tournament of Champions.

What's Next for LPGA Mayakoba Winner Nelly Korda

Korda will next hit the links at the 2026 Queen City Championship in Cincinnati starting on May 14th. The LPGA event runs through May 17th, with live coverage on The Golf Channel.