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2026 U.S. Women's Open: Your Ultimate Guide to the Riviera Showdown

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Alright, listen up. The 2026 U.S. Women’s Open is kicking off. Thursday. Riviera Country Club in LA. Yeah, *that* Riviera. This isn’t just another tournament; it’s a damn major. And if you wanna know who’s teeing off when, and who the hell to watch, you’ve come to the right damn place. We’re breaking it all down, no bullshit.

This year, the ladies are hitting the hallowed grounds of Riviera. It’s a course with some serious history, and it’s gonna test every single player. We’re talking about the best of the best, the LPGA heavyweights, all looking to etch their name in the record books. Forget your casual Sunday round; this is where legends are made, or where dreams go to die. Let’s get into it.

The Contenders: Who's Got a Real Shot?

You can’t talk about favorites without mentioning Nelly Korda. This woman is on another level right now. She’s been absolutely lights out, reclaiming the No. 1 spot and racking up wins like it’s her damn job. Seriously, in her last seven starts, she hasn’t finished worse than eighth. Three wins, three runner-ups. And let’s not forget that Chevron Championship win back in April – that was her third major. She’s got that Grand Slam fire in her belly, and winning the U.S. Women’s Open would be massive for her.

Then you’ve got players like Jeeno Thitikul. She’s hungry for her first major title. Charley Hull is in the same boat, always a threat when she’s playing well. And Lydia Ko? She’s looking to add another big one to her already stellar career. It’s gonna be a dogfight, no doubt about it. These women are fierce, and they’re not giving an inch.

But here’s the thing: golf is a crazy game. You never know who’s gonna catch fire. A relatively unknown player could shock the world. That’s the beauty of it, right? Or maybe it’s just a recipe for disaster if your pick shanks it on the first hole. We’ll see.

Thursday's Tee Times: Your Game Plan

Alright, the moment you’ve probably been scrolling for. Here are the tee times for the first round on Thursday. You need to know who’s going off when so you don’t miss any of the action. This is your cheat sheet, your roadmap to the Riviera drama.

We’ve got early birds and afternoon grinders. Some of the biggest names are scattered throughout the day, so you’ll need to pay attention. And don’t forget about the amateurs – some of these young guns are seriously talented and could make some noise. You never know who’s gonna surprise you.

Tee No. 1 – Morning Tee Times

  • 9:45 a.m. – Brianna Do, Muni He, Sarah Hammett (a)
  • 9:56 a.m. – Karis Davidson, Meja Ortengren (a), Mi Hyang Lee
  • 10:07 a.m. – Chanettee Wannasaen, Youmin Hwang, Sakura Koiwai
  • 10:18 a.m. – Lindy Duncan, Sayaka Takahashi, Hyunjo Yoo
  • 10:29 a.m. – Madelene Sagstrom, Yan Liu, Jiwon Ko
  • 10:40 a.m. – Ina Yoon, Leona Maguire, Steph Kyriacou
  • 10:51 a.m. – Amy Yang, Ingrid Lindblad, Julia Lopez Ramirez
  • 11:02 a.m. – Maria Jose Marin (a), Carla Bernat Escuder, Miyuu Goto
  • 11:13 a.m. – Hailee Cooper, Siuue Wu, Dewi Weber
  • 11:24 a.m. – Ally Ewing, Ana Belac, Xiyu Janet Lin
  • 11:35 a.m. – Becky Morgan, Olivia Mehaffey, Ina Kim-Schaad (a)
  • 11:46 a.m. – Chloe Kovelesky (a), Chiara Tamburlini, Chia Yen Wu
  • 11:57 a.m. – Lois Lau, Yue Zhang, Amy Seung Hyun Lee (a)

These early tee times are crucial. The course can be a bit softer in the morning, but the pressure is on from the get-go. You want to get off to a solid start, avoid any early mistakes. A bad opening round can haunt you for the rest of the tournament. It’s a mental game as much as a physical one, and these players are about to feel the heat.

Tee No. 10 – Morning Tee Times

  • 9:45 a.m. – Catherine Park, Lucy Li, Asterisk Talley (a)
  • 9:56 a.m. – Alison Lee, Paula Martin Sampedro (a), Jasmine Suwannapura
  • 10:07 a.m. – Maja Stark, Megha Ganne, Miyu Yamashita
  • 10:18 a.m. – Minjee Lee, Lottie Woad, Nasa Hataoka
  • 10:29 a.m. – Nelly Korda, Hyo Joo Kim, Hannah Green
  • 10:40 a.m. – Angel Yin, Gaby Lopez, Ruoning Yin
  • 10:51 a.m. – Sei Young Kim, Linn Grant, Andrea Lee
  • 11:02 a.m. – Jin Young Ko, Ayaka Furue, Grace Kim
  • 11:13 a.m. – Miranda Wang, Esther Henseleit, Shuri Sakuma
  • 11:24 a.m. – Brittany Lang, Danielle Kang, Sung Hyun Park
  • 11:35 a.m. – Yuri Yoshida, Paula Francisco (a), Nataliya Guseva
  • 11:46 a.m. – Nellie Ong (a), DaYeon Lee, Shiho Kuwaki
  • 11:57 a.m. – Pauline del Rosario, Napat Lertsadwattana, Athena Singh (a)

Look at that. Nelly Korda, Hyo Joo Kim, and Hannah Green all going off at 10:29 a.m. on the 10th tee. That’s a group you’re gonna want to keep an eye on. Three serious contenders, all trying to get their tournament off to the best possible start. It’s gonna be intense.

The Riviera Challenge: What to Expect

Riviera Country Club. It’s not just a golf course; it’s a beast. Known for its strategic bunkering, demanding par-3s, and those iconic doglegs, it’s a true test of skill. The fairways can be tight, and the greens are notoriously tricky. This course doesn’t reward brute force; it rewards precision, smart course management, and nerves of steel.

We’re talking about a course that’s seen legends born and careers falter. The Kikuyu fairways can get a bit bumpy, and the poa annua greens are lightning fast. You gotta have a dialed-in short game here. Miss the green in the wrong spot, and you could be looking at a bogey, or worse. It’s the kind of place where you can shoot yourself in the foot quickly if you’re not careful.

Expect to see players having to shape shots, work the ball both ways. No straight bombs down the middle here. You need a complete game to conquer Riviera. And the pressure of a major championship? That just amplifies everything. The crowds, the stakes, the cameras – it all adds up.

How to Catch the Action

Don’t worry, you don’t have to be there in person to catch all the drama. You can watch Thursday’s first round coverage from 2-7 p.m. ET on USA. If you want to go deeper, Peacock is streaming live from 7-10 p.m. ET. That’s hours of golf, folks. Plenty of time to see some incredible shots and maybe a few meltdowns.

And for the real golf junkies, there’s more. You can stream exclusive featured group coverage via USWomensOpen.com, Peacock, the USGA app, YouTube TV, DirecTV, and Xfinity. Basically, if you have an internet connection, you can probably find a way to watch. No excuses for missing out on this one.

It’s important to follow the official channels to get the most accurate and up-to-date information. This tournament is a massive event, and the organizers want to make sure you can access all the coverage you need. So, set your DVRs, fire up the streaming services, and get ready for some world-class golf.

Tee No. 1 – Afternoon Tee Times

  • 3:30 p.m. – A Lim Kim, Yui Kawamoto, Megan Khang
  • 3:41 p.m. – Ariya Jutanugarn, Allisen Corpuz, In Gee Chun
  • 3:52 p.m. – Carlota Ciganda, Aki Iwai, Jennifer Kupcho
  • 4:03 p.m. – Charley Hull, Jeeno Thitikul, Patty Tavatanakit
  • 4:14 p.m. – Lydia Ko, Mao Saigo, Lauren Coughlin
  • 4:25 p.m. – Brooke Henderson, Celine Boutier, Rio Takeda
  • 4:36 p.m. – Michelle Wie West, Hinako Shibuno, Yani Tseng
  • 4:47 p.m. – Chizzy Iwai, Hye-Jin Choi, Auston Kim
  • 4:58 p.m. – Jungmin Hong, Lauren Kim (a), Sora Kamiya
  • 5:09 p.m. – Melanie Green, Gurleen Kaur, Soomin Oh (a)
  • 5:20 p.m. – Bronte Law, Johanna Sjursen, Bianca Pagdanganan
  • 5:31 p.m. – Thanana Kotchasanmanee (a), Weiwei Zhang, Farah O’Keefe (a)
  • 5:42 p.m. – Katherine Muzi, Laney Frye, Anita Lumpongpoung (a)

The afternoon wave. This is where things can get really interesting. The course might be playing a bit tougher, the wind could pick up, and the pressure cooker environment intensifies. These players are heading out when the day is at its peak, and the stakes are sky-high. You’ll see who can handle the heat and who cracks under pressure. It’s pure drama.

Tee No. 10 – Afternoon Tee Times

  • 3:30 p.m. – Anna Nordqvist, Ashleigh Buhai, Jiyai Shin
  • 3:41 p.m. – Minsol Kim, Lilia Vu, Nanna Koerstz Madsen
  • 3:52 p.m. – Yuka Saso, Jeongeun Lee6, Kiara Romero (a)
  • 4:03 p.m. – Aphrodite Deng (a), Rose Zhang, Yealimi Noh
  • 4:14 p.m. – Jenny Bae, Pajaree Anannarukarn, Yuna Araki
  • 4:25 p.m. – Jinhee Im, Casandra Alexander, Ai Suzuki
  • 4:36 p.m. – Somi Lee, Mimi Rhodes, Fuka Suga
  • 4:47 p.m. – Minami Katsu, Anna Huang, Peiyun Chien
  • 4:58 p.m. – Paula Reto, Veronika Kedronova (a), Gina Kim
  • 5:09 p.m. – Minji Kang, Liqi Zeng, Zoe Cusack (a)
  • 5:20 p.m. – Katelyn Kong (a), Amiyu Ozeki, Jaravee Boonchant
  • 5:31 p.m. – Addie Dobson (a), Natsumi Hayakawa, Sofia Rivera (a)
  • 5:42 p.m. – Kaleiya Romero, Jie-En Lin (a), Kaylyn Noh

So there you have it. The full rundown for Thursday at the 2026 U.S. Women’s Open. Riviera is ready, the players are ready, and hopefully, you are too. It’s gonna be a hell of a tournament. Who’s your pick to win it all? Keep an eye on those tee times and see who makes their move.

For more on the U.S. Women’s Open and other major championships, you can always check out the official U.S. Women’s Open website. They’ve got all the latest news, scores, and behind-the-scenes action.