What Happened
Ester H. Yoon shot a record-tying 63 to take the lead in the Women's PGA Championship. Nelly Korda, who was aiming for a historic achievement, faltered in the later stages of the tournament but remains in a strong position.
The KPMG Women's PGA Championship has announced a purse of $13 million, marking the largest prize money in the history of women's professional golf.
Yoon's performance at Hazeltine National Golf Club saw her achieve a score that tied a tournament record.
Key Facts
- 1
Ester H. Yoon shot a 63 at the Women's PGA Championship.
- 2
Yoon's 63 tied a tournament record.
- 3
Nelly Korda experienced a late hiccup in the tournament.
- 4
The KPMG Women's PGA Championship has a purse of $13 million.
- 5
The $13 million purse is the largest in women's golf history.
- 6
The tournament is being held at Hazeltine National Golf Club.
