‘Luckiest’ Nelly Korda Ticks Off Yet Another Massive LPGA Milestone and Fans Can’t Get Enough: ‘Hell of a Year’
Nelly Korda’s 2024 season will undoubtedly go down in history as one of her most impressive campaigns to date. The 26-year-old golf sensation notched an astonishing seven LPGA Tour victories, including her second Major title, and added four more top-10 finishes to her already remarkable record. Since reclaiming the World No. 1 ranking in March, a position she has held at least once every year since 2021, Korda has consistently demonstrated her exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.
Korda’s remarkable performance this season is all the more impressive considering the challenges she faced along the way. A brief slump in the summer saw her miss three consecutive cuts, and a neck injury forced her to miss two LPGA starts last month. Despite these setbacks, Korda persevered and continued to showcase her exceptional shot-making and overall performance. Statistics from KPMG Performance Statistics provide insight into Korda’s transformation, revealing that she played 67 rounds in 2023 but only 53 rounds this year.
Korda’s streamlined schedule this season may reflect a more focused and efficient approach, but it wasn’t entirely by design. Her reduced number of events was partly due to the neck injury that forced her to miss two LPGA starts. Nevertheless, Korda’s impressive performance has earned her numerous accolades. Today, the golfer celebrated her 8th year on the LPGA Tour. Reflecting on her journey, she expressed heartfelt gratitude to those who have supported her along the way. “The people in my life make me feel like the luckiest person in the world. Grateful, grateful, grateful,” she said in an Instagram post. She also extended a special thank you to Terry Duffy, acknowledging his remarkable vision, belief, and commitment to the LPGA. “We have so much to thank you for,” she added.
