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Ina Yoon opens the Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine with a record-tying 63
By Dave Campbell, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Ina Yoon matched the best score in the history of the Women's PGA Championship with a 9-under 63 to take a two-stroke lead over Karis Davidson on Thursday in the third major of the season.Yoon, a 23-year-old South Korean seeking her first LPGA Tour victory, birdied five of her last six holes at H...
Key takeaway Yoon, a 23-year-old South Korean seeking her first LPGA Tour victory, birdied five of her last six holes at Hazeltine National Golf Club with a putter that was consistently on point.
Why this matters in The Pearland
Ina Yoon's record-tying 63 at the Women's PGA Championship may seem like a distant event to Pearland residents, but it has implications for local golf enthusiasts. The fact that Yoon, a 23-year-old South Korean, achieved this feat with a focus on process and mental approach could inspire young golfers in Pearland to adopt similar strategies. Moreover, the presence of five Americans among the top eight scores, including ties, suggests that the sport is thriving in the US, which could have a positive impact on local golf programs and initiatives in Pearland. As the tournament progresses, Pearland golf fans will be watching to see if Yoon can maintain her lead and secure her first LPGA Tour victory, potentially paving the way for more international golf competitions to be held in the Houston area, which could bring economic benefits and exposure to the local community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Ina Yoon matched the best score in the history of the Women's PGA Championship with a 9-under 63 to take a two-stroke lead over Karis Davidson on Thursday in the third major of the season.Yoon, a 23-year-old South Korean seeking her first LPGA Tour victory, birdied five of her last six holes at H...
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