Round Three Highlights from the 2026 Women’s PGA Championship

The third round of the 2026 LPGA KPMG Women’s PGA Championship unfolded on a breezy June 27 at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota. Spectators witnessed a shift in momentum as Haeran Ryu posted a 4‑under 68, propelling her to a one‑shot lead over Brooke Henderson.

Ryu’s Surge to the Top – Ryu’s round matched the day’s low score, following a stunning 64 on Friday. She launched the round with an aggressive front‑nine, carding four under par, highlighted by a 28‑foot eagle putt on the seventh hole and a near‑perfect birdie on the ninth. A single bogey on the back nine left her one over for that segment, but the overall 68 cemented her position at the summit.

Defending Champion’s Struggle – Ina Yoon, who entered the day with a five‑shot lead, confronted early difficulties, finding herself in a bunker off the tee and accumulating four bogeys on the front nine. She steadied her play later, finishing with a 3‑over 75, leaving her two shots off the lead.

Other Contenders – Dewi Weber, positioned at 210th in the world rankings, delivered a 4‑under 68, tying with Ryu for the day’s best score and sitting three shots behind the leader. A Lim Kim mirrored Weber’s tally. Nelly Korda, chasing a historic third consecutive major, carded a 1‑under 71 and found herself four shots back, grappling with slick greens and challenging short putts, especially against the wind.

Brooke Henderson’s Consistency – Henderson, a former champion, praised her ball‑striking and green‑in‑regulation hits, noting she missed only a few birdie chances. She remains within striking distance of the title and looks to add a second Women’s PGA Championship to her résumé.

Leaderboard Snapshot – After three rounds, Ryu leads by one, Yoon trails by two, Weber and Lim Kim sit three back, while Korda and Alison Lee sit four shots behind the leader. Notably, over the last 35 Women’s PGA Championships, the eventual victor has always been within four shots after three rounds.

The final round promises heightened tension as players vie for the coveted major title, with Ryu aiming to translate her momentum into a historic win.