Nelly Korda fired a 7-under 65 in tough afternoon conditions to post the lowest 36-hole total of her LPGA career at 16-under 128. The world No. 1 holds a two-shot advantage over defending champion Hyo Joo Kim heading into the weekend at the Ford Championship in Phoenix.
Nelly Korda fired a 7-under 65 Friday to establish a two-shot halfway lead at the Ford Championship in Phoenix with her lowest 36-hole LPGA Tour score. Defending champion Hyo Joo Kim sits second, setting up another weekend showdown between the two stars.
Lydia Ko fired a career-best 12-under 60 to take a one-shot lead at the Ford Championship, while defending champ Hyo Joo Kim shot 61. The morning wave dominated scoring with Nelly Korda three back after a 63.
The 2026 Ford Championship features a $2.25 million purse with 22 of the top 25 world-ranked players competing at Phoenix's Cattail Course. Defending champion Hyo Joo Kim leads a star-studded field that includes Nelly Korda and the returning Jessica Korda.
The LPGA Tour's elite field competes at the Ford Championship in Phoenix, with $2.25M on the line. Defending champ Hyo Joo Kim returns alongside Nelly Korda and a star-studded field as players prep for upcoming majors.