The Chevron Championship began with Nelly Korda firing a bogey-free 7-under 65 to take a two-shot lead—her best opening round in a major in four years. She relied on key par saves early before surging on the back nine at Memorial Park Golf Course, excelling on par 5s and delivering standout shots on the par 3s.
Patty Tavatanakit shot a bogey-free 67 to sit two behind alongside Somi Lee, while amateur Farah O’Keefe posted 68 after a late missed putt. Soft, rain-hit conditions contributed to low scoring, with 37 players under par.
Korda’s strong form continues after a consistent start to the season. In contrast, world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul and Minjee Lee opened with 74s, leaving them nine shots off the lead and facing an early challenge to make the cut.