Nelly Korda Charges Into U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera with Hunger Stoked by Last Year’s Setbacks
Korda enters as the favorite after three wins in seven starts and says last year’s runner-up finish left her hungrier for another major.
- World number one Nelly Korda arrives at historic Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles as the favorite to capture the 81st U.S. Women's Open, marking the first time the prestigious tournament is held at the century-old venue.
- Korda's motivation stems from her second-place finish behind Maja Stark at Erin Hills last year, an outcome she described Tuesday as a lasting "hunger for more" that has fueled her drive since.
- With three wins in seven starts this season, Korda has doubled down on her routine, including daily treatment sessions with Kim, stating that this disciplined approach makes the emotional "rush" of contention worthwhile.
- The field includes notable debuts and returns: Megha Ganne is beginning her professional career at Riviera this week, while Michelle Wie West emerges from retirement for her first tournament since the 2023 U.S. Open.
- Players compete for the richest prize pool in women's golf at the 100-year-old Riviera in Pacific Palisades, a venue Korda called "amazing" for its storied history and atmosphere in Los Angeles.
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Nelly Korda charges into U.S. Women's Open at Riviera with hunger stoked by last year's setbacks
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