Nelly Korda captured the 81st U.S. Women's Open on Sunday, securing her fourth career major championship with a dramatic final putt that curled around the cup before dropping. The top-ranked golfer held off Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez by one shot, claiming her second consecutive major victory after winning The Chevron Championship in April. This victory marked her 19th career LPGA Tour win.

Korda closed with a steady 2-under 69 at Riviera, finishing at 8-under 276 to claim the $2.5 million winner's share from the record $12.5 million purse. After a challenging opening round of 73, she responded with back-to-back 67s to take control. Her victory came after a dramatic 18th hole where her 2.5-foot par putt took an unlikely path before falling, leaving her in disbelief before she erupted in laughter.

The 27-year-old Korda became just the third player in the last 30 years to win each of the first two majors of a calendar year. This season has been remarkable for Korda, who went winless in 2025 but has already claimed three victories and three second-place finishes in her first seven starts. Her steady play and improved mental approach have cemented her status as the dominant force in women's golf.