Nelly Korda Won Her First-Ever U.S. Women’s Open
Nelly Korda won the 81st U.S. Women’s Open, securing her first victory in the tournament. She finished one shot ahead of Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez, according to one report. Korda made a dramatic final putt in front of a cheering crowd during a televised event. She received a large prize payout.
Nelly Korda won the 81st U.S. Women’s Open, marking her first-ever victory in the tournament. According to one report, she held off Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez by one shot. Korda made a dramatic final putt in front of a cheering crowd during a televised event. The winning putt was two feet and 10 inches away, according to one source. Some reports state that Nelly Korda won her second consecutive major victory, while others note only that this was her first U.S. Women’s Open win. One outlet reported that this was her fourth career LPGA major. Korda said, 'I feel like I’m in a dream,' and added, 'I just can’t even explain how much this means to me,' according to one report. Her father described her as the leading figure in golf. Her caddie, Jason McDede, said the win at Riviera Country Club felt destined. One report stated that Korda is the first American woman to win the U.S. Women’s Open in this context.
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