Top 3 Chasing First U.S. Women's Open

Korda and Ko aim to fill Grand Slam gaps as Thai star Jeeno eyes maiden Major title

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Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul and Lydia Ko, the world's top three ranked golfers in that order, are targeting a Major title none of them has won before when the US Women's Open tees off on May 29.

Defending champion Yuka Saso of Japan, meanwhile, is seeking her third US Women's Open crown in five seasons at the par-72, 6,829-yard Erin Hills layout in Wisconsin.

"Conditions here can be very difficult," Saso said. "I think it's going to be a good challenge.

"It would be nice to win another one. Any other tournament would make me as happy, but if I win again, it would be more special. Winning keeps me motivated."

Korda, a two-time Major champion, seeks the only Major title on home soil that has eluded her.

"It's going to test everyone's game, very demanding," the American said. "The bunkers are not easy. It doesn't really matter how far you hit it. It's all about accuracy at the end of the day.

"It's firm. It's fast as well. Even if you think you've hit it good, you can never exhale when you see it stop."