South Korean golfer Ina Yoon holds a two-stroke advantage following the opening round of the Women’s PGA Championship. The 23-year-old recorded a bogey-free, nine-under-par 63 at Hazeltine, Minnesota, marking a career-best start for a player who has previously never finished higher than fourth on the LPGA Tour. Her impressive performance featured nine birdies.
World number one Nellie Korda, who aimed for her third consecutive major victory, currently sits seven shots behind the leader. Despite carding five birdies, Korda struggled on the 16th hole, where she made a double bogey. The 27-year-old remains optimistic, noting that while the mistake was costly, she is still in a competitive position.
Karis Davidson of Australia occupies second place with a seven-under 65, while A-Lim Kim and Alexa Pano are tied for third at five-under. The tournament, which boasts a record-breaking $13 million prize fund, continues with players competing for the $1.95 million winner’s share.
