Korda Stumbles Again as Lee Takes First-Round Lead in Meijer LPGA Classic

Tournament leader Alison Lee (L) and Lilia Vu embrace after completing the first round at the Meijer LPGA Classic in Belmont, Mich., on June 13, 2024. Al Goldis/AP Photo

BELMONT, Mich.—Nelly Korda stumbled again Thursday in her first event since missing the cut in the U.S. Women’s Open, dropping four strokes on the first three holes in a 4–over 76 at the windy Meijer LPGA Classic.

The top-ranked Korda was tied for 133rd in the 144-player field, 11 strokes behind leader Alison Lee at Blythefield Country Club.