Wichanee Meechai Leads U.S. Women’s Open as Nelly Korda Misses Cut

Wichanee Meechai of Thailand and her caddie look on during the second round of the U.S. Women's Open in Lancaster, Penn., on May 31, 2024. Sarah Stier/Getty Images

Wichanee Meechai of Thailand kicked off her round with four straight birdies before signing for a 3–under 67 and taking a two-shot lead into the weekend at the U.S. Women’s Open on Friday at Lancaster (Pa.) Country Club.

Meechai is 4-under 136 at the midway point of the major championship, one of only four players under par.