Hyo Joo Kim Holds Off Nelly Korda to Win Fortinet Founders Cup 2026

MENLO PARK, California: South Korea’s Hyo Joo Kim completed a wire-to-wire victory at the 2026 Fortinet Founders Cup on March 22-24, 2026, fending off a strong final-round challenge from world No.1 Nelly Korda at Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club.

Kim carded a final-round 68 to finish at 18-under par, edging Korda by two strokes. The win marks her second title at the event and strengthens her position in the 2026 LPGA season rankings. Korda, who mounted a late charge with birdies on the back nine, settled for runner-up honours.

The tournament featured strong performances from several international players, highlighting the global depth of the LPGA Tour as it heads into the Ford Championship in Arizona next week.