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📌 Quick Summary — 2026 US Women's Open Round 2
- Alison Lee (USA) & Ruoning Yin (China) share the lead at –4 (138) heading into the weekend
- In Gee Chun, Sei Young Kim & Hyunjo Yoo (all Korea) are tied 3rd at –3, just one shot back
- World No. 1 Nelly Korda fired the day's lowest round (67, –4) to move to T9 (–2) — only 2 shots off the lead
The 2026 US Women's Open Round 2 delivered a thrilling day of golf at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California on June 5, 2026. With a record $12.5 million purse on the line at the 81st edition of the championship, the world's best players battled the iconic Kikuyu rough and undulating greens of the historic course. Here is a complete breakdown of the 2026 US Women's Open Round 2 results, leaderboard standings, and key highlights. (Source: LPGA / USGA Official, June 5, 2026)
2026 US Women's Open Round 2 Results: Alison Lee & Ruoning Yin Co-Lead at –4, Korda Fires Day's Best 67
🏆 Who Is Leading After Round 2 of the 2026 US Women's Open?
Alison Lee (USA) and Ruoning Yin (China) are co-leaders at 4-under par (138 total) after 36 holes. Lee, a 31-year-old LA native who grew up in Valencia, California, carded a second-round 68 to seize a share of the top spot. Yin became the only player in the field to shoot two consecutive sub-70 rounds, posting back-to-back 69s without a bogey in Round 2. (Source: Associated Press / LPGA, June 5, 2026)
📊 Full Leaderboard — Top 10 After Round 2
| POS | PLAYER | CTRY | TOTAL | R1 | R2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | Alison Lee | 🇺🇸 USA | –4 | –1 (70) | –3 (68) |
| T1 | Ruoning Yin | 🇨🇳 CHN | –4 | –2 (69) | –2 (69) |
| T3 | In Gee Chun ⭐ | 🇰🇷 KOR | –3 | E (71) | –3 (68) |
| T3 | Sei Young Kim ⭐ | 🇰🇷 KOR | –3 | –4 (67) | +1 (72) |
| T3 | Hyunjo Yoo ⭐ | 🇰🇷 KOR | –3 | –3 (68) | E (71) |
| T3 | Gaby Lopez | 🇲🇽 MEX | –3 | –3 (68) | E (71) |
| T3 | Hinako Shibuno | 🇯🇵 JPN | –3 | –3 (68) | E (71) |
| T3 | Jennifer Kupcho | 🇺🇸 USA | –3 | –5 (66) | +2 (73) |
| T9 | Nelly Korda 🔥 | 🇺🇸 USA | –2 | +2 (73) | –4 (67) ★ |
| T9 | Lauren Coughlin | 🇺🇸 USA | –2 | +1 (72) | –3 (68) |
Source: LPGA Official Leaderboard / USGA — as of June 5, 2026
💡 What Makes Alison Lee & Ruoning Yin the Co-Leaders?
Alison Lee — the new mother and UCLA alumna — shot back-to-back birdies just before the turn en route to a 68. A T3 finish at the Mizuho Americas Open four weeks ago signaled her form was peaking at the right time. "To win in basically my backyard, where I grew up, would be super cool," Lee told reporters. "I don't want to get ahead of myself… but if you'd told me I'd be in this spot at the beginning of the week, I probably would have started crying." (Source: AP, June 5, 2026)
Ruoning Yin — who won her first LPGA title at Riviera in 2023 before capturing the Women's PGA Championship — carded two straight 69s and playfully described the course as "passive aggressive." She is the only player in the field to shoot sub-70 in both rounds. (Source: ESPN, June 5, 2026)
⚡ Nelly Korda's Round 2 Comeback — What Happened?
After an uncharacteristic +2 (73) opening round, World No. 1 Nelly Korda bounced back emphatically on Friday. She fired the day's lowest score — a 4-under 67 — with five birdies to move to T9 at –2. Korda hit the range after Round 1 to fix a swing flaw. "I still hit a few out right today, but it was much, much better," she said. "Got a little bit of something going." Just 2 shots off the lead, Korda remains a serious contender for her first-ever US Women's Open title. (Source: NBC Sports, June 5, 2026)
🇰🇷 Korean Players Report — Who Made the Cut & Who Missed?
Korea has a strong presence at the top of the leaderboard with three players inside the top 3, but several high-profile names fell short of the cut line of +4. The cut was made to the top 60 players and ties after 36 holes.
✅ Korean Players Who Made the Cut (Weekend Rounds)
| POS | PLAYER | TOTAL | R1 | R2 | NOTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T3 | In Gee Chun | –3 | E | –3 (68) | "Dumbo" — Top R2 KOR scorer |
| T3 | Sei Young Kim | –3 | –4 | +1 | R1 co-leader, holding firm |
| T3 | Hyunjo Yoo | –3 | –3 | E | Consistent two-round performer |
| T13 | Jiyai Shin | –1 | –2 | +1 | Veteran in contention |
| T17 | Somi Lee | E | E | E | Steady & consistent |
| T22 | Hye-Jin Choi | +1 | –1 | +2 | — |
| T22 | Minji Kang | +1 | –3 | +4 | — |
| T37 | Heeyoung Yang | +2 | +2 | E | — |
| T45 | Arim Kim | +3 | E | +3 | — |
| T45 | Dayeon Lee | +3 | E | +3 | — |
| T55 | Minsol Kim | +4 | +2 | +2 | Cut line survivor |
| T55 | Jinhee Im | +4 | +3 | +1 | Cut line survivor |
❌ Notable Korean Players Who Missed the Cut
※ Multiple high-ranked Korean players struggled to adapt to Riviera's demanding Kikuyu rough and fast greens.
🔍 Other Notable Results — Lydia Ko, Michelle Wie & Madelene Sagstrom
- Lydia Ko (NZL) — finished at +5, missing the cut by one stroke. The career Grand Slam bid will have to wait. (Source: NBC Sports)
- Michelle Wie West (USA) — shot +7 overall and missed the cut at Riviera in her comeback appearance.
- Madelene Sagstrom (SWE, def. champion) — missed cut shooting +11 total; the 7-month-pregnant Swede said she plans to keep competing as long as she feels well. She finished the week +5 (T22) — a remarkable performance given the circumstances.
- Brooke Henderson (CAN) — steady at E par (T17), in position to contend on the weekend.
📋 2026 US Women's Open — Tournament Facts & Record Prize Money
The 81st US Women's Open is being held at Riviera Country Club for the first time in history — a venue that has hosted Tiger Woods' PGA Tour debut and Ben Hogan's 1948 US Open win. The total purse of $12.5 million is the largest in women's golf history, surpassing last year's record of $12 million. (Source: USGA / Golf Channel, June 3, 2026)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament | 2026 US Women's Open presented by Ally (81st Edition) |
| Dates | June 4–7, 2026 |
| Venue | Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, California (First-ever hosting) |
| Course Setup | Par 71 / 6,699 yards |
| Total Purse | $12,500,000 (All-time record in women's golf) |
| Winner's Share | $2,500,000 (20% of purse — USGA standard) |
| Cut Line | +4 (Top 60 players and ties advance) |
| Defending Champion | Maja Stark (Sweden) — 2025, Erin Hills |
| Organizer | USGA (United States Golf Association) |
| CME Globe Points | 650 points (Winner) / 100 Rolex WR Points |
Source: USGA Official / Golf Channel / Golf News Net — June 2026
📊 US Women's Open Prize Money Growth (2021–2026)
| Year | Venue | Total Purse | Winner's Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Riviera CC | $12,500,000 | $2,500,000 |
| 2025 | Erin Hills | $12,000,000 | $2,400,000 |
| 2022 | Pine Needles | $10,000,000 | $1,800,000 |
| 2021 | The Olympic Club | $5,500,000 | $1,000,000 |
Source: USGA / Golf Channel — Purse has more than doubled since 2021. (June 2026)
❓ FAQs — 2026 US Women's Open Round 2
Q1. Who is leading the 2026 US Women's Open after Round 2? ⛳
Alison Lee (USA) and Ruoning Yin (China) share the lead at –4 (138 total) after 36 holes at Riviera Country Club. Lee carded a 68 in Round 2, while Yin posted a bogey-free 69 — her second straight sub-70 round — making her the only player in the field to achieve that feat.
Q2. What was the cut line for the 2026 US Women's Open? ✂️
The cut line fell at +4 over par after 36 holes. The top 60 players and ties advanced to Saturday's third round. Notable players who missed the cut include Lydia Ko (+5), Jin Young Ko (+12), Hyo Joo Kim (+9), and Michelle Wie West (+7).
Q3. How did Nelly Korda play in Round 2 of the US Women's Open 2026? 🔥
After a difficult opening round of +2 (73), World No. 1 Nelly Korda fired the day's low score — a 4-under 67 — with five birdies in Round 2. She moved to T9 at –2 overall, just two shots behind the co-leaders. (Source: NBC Sports, June 5, 2026)
Q4. How much is the 2026 US Women's Open prize money? 💰
The 2026 US Women's Open total purse is $12.5 million — the largest prize fund in women's golf history. The winner will receive $2.5 million (20% of the purse). The purse has grown from $5.5 million in 2021 to this record figure in 2026. (Source: USGA, June 2026)
Q5. Which Korean players are in contention at the 2026 US Women's Open? 🇰🇷
Three South Korean players are tied 3rd at –3 and in prime position to challenge for the title: In Gee Chun (shot 68 in Round 2 — the best R2 score among Korean players), Sei Young Kim (R1 co-leader who held on), and Hyunjo Yoo (consistent two-round performer). All three sit just one shot off the lead.
📌 Round 3 Preview & Weekend Outlook
The 2026 US Women's Open is shaping up to be one of the most competitive major championships in recent memory. With Alison Lee and Ruoning Yin at –4, a six-player group at –3 (including three Koreans), and Nelly Korda lurking at –2 just two shots back, the leaderboard is remarkably tight heading into the weekend at Riviera.
The 100-year-old Riviera Country Club — hosting its first-ever US Women's Open — has proven to be one of the toughest setups in women's golf. The Kikuyu rough has been unforgiving, and the fast, undulating greens have claimed high-profile victims throughout the first two rounds.
Round 3 tee times are scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026. Coverage in the US airs on USA Network, NBC, and Peacock (7–10 PM ET). The top third-round pairings include: Hyunjo Yoo & Hinako Shibuno (5:25 PM ET), Jennifer Kupcho & In Gee Chun (5:35 PM ET), and Ruoning Yin & Alison Lee (5:45 PM ET). (Source: NBC Sports, June 6, 2026)
※ Data based on official Round 2 completion, June 5, 2026. Source: LPGA Official, USGA, AP, NBC Sports, Yahoo Sports.
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