Nelly Korda, the LPGA Tour’s world number one, has decided to withdraw from the JM Eagle LA Championship to prioritize her mental health and rest after a grueling schedule of competitions. The decision comes after Korda’s historic run of five consecutive wins, including the Chevron Championship. During this period, she showcased exceptional performance and determination, solidifying her position as one of the most formidable golfers in the world. Korda’s hiatus will provide her with much-needed time to recuperate and prepare for the upcoming tournaments, including the Cognizant Founders Cup in May.
Results for: Chevron Championship
Nelly Korda has withdrawn from the JM Eagle LA Championship, which begins Thursday, in order to prioritize her health and recovery following an eventful past five weeks. Korda, who tied Nancy Lopez and Annika Sorenstam with her win at the Chevron Championship, stated that she needs to listen to her body and get some rest in preparation for the rest of the season.
World No. 1 Nelly Korda has withdrawn from the JM Eagle LA Championship, citing exhaustion after a grueling stretch of four events in five weeks. The 25-year-old American won a record-tying fifth consecutive LPGA Tour event at the Chevron Championship on Sunday, joining Annika Sorenstam and Nancy Lopez as the only players to achieve this feat. However, Korda felt the need to prioritize her health and rest for the remainder of the season. Her next scheduled tournament is the Cognizant Founders Cup from May 9-12, followed by the U.S. Women’s Open from May 30-June 2.
Nelly Korda has withdrawn from the JM Eagle LA Championship, putting her quest for a historic sixth consecutive victory on hold. This marks the end of her unprecedented five-win streak that matched legends Nancy Lopez and Annika Sorenstam. Korda cited exhaustion after an intense stretch of four events in five weeks, including her second career major win at the Chevron Championship.
Nelly Korda has withdrawn from this week’s JM Eagle LA Championship after claiming her second major title and fifth straight victory in The Chevron Championship. Korda’s two-shot victory on Sunday saw her tie the record for most consecutive LPGA wins, with Nancy Lopez in 1978 and Annika Sorenstam (2004-05) the only other women to achieve the feat. In a statement published on the LPGA’s website, Korda wrote: “Wow! What a week. The win still hasn’t sunk in but I have truly been overwhelmed by all of the love and support I’ve received.”