World number one Nelly Korda won the 81st U.S. Women’s Open on Sunday, marking her first title in the event and her second consecutive major victory.
Korda edged out England’s Charley Hull and Mexico’s Gaby Lopez by a single shot to secure the long-coveted win. The victory was sealed when Korda's final 2 1/2-foot par putt curled around the cup and dropped in.
The path to victory included Korda seizing a share of the lead at Riviera with two straight 4-under 67s. During the third round, Korda carded a 67 while Hull hit a 65.