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Ryu and Liu Lead Chevron Championship as Korda Struggles in Title Defense

Haeran Ryu and Yan Liu share the first-round lead with bogey-free 65s, while defending champion Nelly Korda faces a tough challenge after a 77.

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Yan Liu of China plays her shot from the 11th tee during the first round of The Chevron Championship 2025 at The Club at Carlton Woods on April 24, 2025 in The Woodlands, Texas. 
Haeran Ryu, of South Korea, reacts on the 15th hole during the first round of the Chevron Championship LPGA golf tournament Thursday, April 24, 2025, in The Woodlands, Texas.
Nelly Korda reacts after hitting on the fourth hole during the first round of the Chevron Championship LPGA golf tournament Thursday, April 24, 2025, in The Woodlands, Texas. 

Overview

  • Haeran Ryu and Yan Liu each shot bogey-free rounds of 7-under 65 to share the first-round lead at the Chevron Championship.
  • Defending champion Nelly Korda struggled with a 5-over 77, leaving her 12 shots behind the leaders and in danger of missing the cut.
  • Play was suspended late on Thursday due to a storm, with 24 players unable to finish their first round; competition resumed Friday morning after a 45-minute fog delay.
  • Hyo Joo Kim sits in third place after a 5-under 67, while a group of six players, including Brooke Matthews and Ariya Jutanugarn, are tied at 4-under.
  • Ryu credited a recent putter change for her strong performance, while Liu highlighted improvements in her driving and approach play as key factors.