Nelly Korda

Nelly Korda is an American professional golfer, born on July 28, 1998, in Bradenton, Florida. She is widely regarded as one of the best female golfers of her generation. Korda began her professional career in 2016 and rapidly ascended the ranks of the LPGA Tour. She is known for her powerful drives, accurate iron play, and consistent putting.

Over her career, Korda has won numerous individual titles, including a major championship at the Women's PGA Championship, and has represented the United States multiple times in international competitions. Off the course, Korda is recognized for her philanthropic activities and serves as an inspiration to many young golfers worldwide.

LPGA Tour

• Early Success: Korda turned professional in 2016 and joined the LPGA Tour in 2017. She quickly established herself as a force on the tour, winning her first title at the Swinging Skirts LPGA Taiwan Championship in 2018.

Major Championship Victory

• Breakthrough Win: Korda won her first major championship at the Women's PGA Championship in 2020, solidifying her status as one of the world's top golfers.

Continued Success

• Consistent Performances: Korda has consistently been a top performer on the LPGA Tour, winning multiple tournaments each year and consistently ranking in the top 10 of the Women's World Golf Rankings.

United States National Team

• Solheim Cup: Korda has represented the United States multiple times in the Solheim Cup, a biennial team competition between the United States and Europe.

Olympic Gold Medal

• Victory: Korda won the gold medal in the women's golf competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

• Style: Korda is known for her aggressive style of play, often going for the flag on her approach shots. She is also recognized for her mental toughness and ability to perform under pressure.
• Skills: Korda's game is characterized by her powerful drives, precision iron play, and consistency on the greens. She is also known for her excellent course management skills.

• Family: Nelly Korda comes from a family of professional athletes. Her father, Petr Korda, is a former professional tennis player, and her sister, Jessica Korda, is also a successful professional golfer.
• Philanthropy: Korda is involved in various charitable activities and has made significant contributions to children's hospitals and other charitable organizations.

• Nelly Korda has already left a significant mark on women's golf despite her young age. Her aggressive style of play, mental toughness, and consistent performances have made her an inspiration to many young golfers. Korda's influence extends beyond the golf course, as she is also recognized for her philanthropic efforts and positive impact on the sport.

Major Championship Wins:

• Women's PGA Championship: 2020

Other Wins on the LPGA Tour:

• Over 10 wins

Olympic Gold Medal:

• Women's Golf: 2020

Books

• There are currently no books exclusively about Nelly Korda's career.

Websites

• LPGA: Information about Nelly Korda’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.lpga.com
• World Golf Ranking: Updates on Nelly Korda’s world ranking. Available at: https://www.rolexrankings.com

Articles

• Golf Digest: Nelly Korda: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/nelly-korda
• The Guardian: Nelly Korda’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/nelly-korda

Interviews and Documentaries

• Golf Channel Features: Various interviews and features on Nelly Korda, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.golfchannel.com