The Solheim Cup kicks off in Virginia with a clash of titans as world number one Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz face off against Charley Hull and Esther Henseleit. The U.S. team is looking to end their title drought, while Europe aims for an unprecedented four-peat. Captain Stacy Lewis has chosen Korda and Corpuz to start the competition, hoping to gain early momentum. Europe’s captain, Suzann Pettersen, sends out her two rookies to gain early experience and show off their ‘sassy confidence.’
Nelly Korda extended her lead at the Women’s British Open, carding a flawless 68 on Friday at the Old Course in St Andrews. She now sits three shots ahead of the field, with Charley Hull and defending champion Lilia Vu tied for second. Korda’s performance comes despite challenging wet and windy conditions.
World number one golfer Nelly Korda has withdrawn from next week’s Ladies European Tour event in England after being bitten by a dog last week. Korda, who missed the cut at the Women’s PGA Championship, is seeking treatment and recovery from the incident.
Seb Korda, the youngest sibling of Nelly and Jessica Korda, is making a name for himself on the tennis court. The promising athlete has enjoyed recent success, including a run to the fourth round at Wimbledon and a quarter-final appearance at the Australian Open. Seb’s passion for golf, influenced by his sisters’ achievements, extends beyond the tennis court. He credits his mother, Regina, as the driving force behind his tennis development, shaping his strokes and game style. With his talent and family support, Seb Korda is poised to follow in the footsteps of his successful siblings and make his own mark in the world of sports.
Within the past month, golf has witnessed the emergence of two dominant players: Scottie Scheffler and Nelly Korda. Scheffler, the world’s No. 1, has amassed 10 PGA Tour titles, including two Masters victories, while Korda has recorded five consecutive LPGA victories, setting a new record. Both players possess exceptional talent and traits that have contributed to their rapid rise to stardom.
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.
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.”
