Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Nelly Korda

How Nelly Korda built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Nelly Korda is a highly accomplished American professional golfer. She competes on the LPGA Tour, boasting 14 victories and achieving the coveted number one ranking in the Women's World Golf Rankings. A significant highlight of her career includes winning the Olympic gold medal in the women's individual golf event at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Korda has proudly represented the United States in multiple Solheim Cup tournaments, including 2019, 2021, 2023 and winning the 2024 Solheim Cup, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in women's golf.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: U.S. Women's Open Cut

In 2013, one month before her 15th birthday, Nelly Korda made the cut at the U.S. Women's Open.

2015: U.S. Junior Solheim Cup, Harder Hall Invitational, and PING Invitational

In 2015, Nelly Korda was a member of the U.S. Junior Solheim Cup team. She also won the 2015 Harder Hall Invitational and the 2015 PING Invitational. Additionally, she was recognized as a 2015 AJGA Rolex Junior All-American.

2016: First Pro Win at Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge

In 2016, Nelly Korda began her professional career on the Symetra Tour and secured her first professional victory at the Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge. She achieved this by shooting rounds of 68-67-69-66, resulting in a 3-stroke victory over Wichanee Meechai.

2017: LPGA Tour Card

In 2017, Nelly Korda earned her LPGA Tour card after finishing 9th on the Symetra Tour money list in 2016.

October 28, 2018: Swinging Skirts LPGA Taiwan Championship Win

On October 28, 2018, Nelly Korda won the Swinging Skirts LPGA Taiwan Championship in Taoyuan, Taiwan, marking her first LPGA Tour title. This victory made her and her sister Jessica Korda the third pair of sisters to win in LPGA history.

February 17, 2019: ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open Win

On February 17, 2019, Nelly Korda won the ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open, completing a "Family Slam" in Australia.

February 18, 2019: Top 10 World Ranking

On February 18, 2019, Nelly Korda broke into the top 10 of the Women's World Golf Rankings for the first time, moving to 9th place.

September 22, 2019: Lacoste Ladies Open de France Win

On September 22, 2019, Nelly Korda won the Lacoste Ladies Open de France by eight shots, shooting a 4-under-par 67.

November 3, 2019: Taiwan Swinging Skirts LPGA Title Defense

On November 3, 2019, Nelly Korda defended her title at the Taiwan Swinging Skirts LPGA in a playoff.

2019: Solheim Cup

In 2019, Nelly Korda represented the United States at the Solheim Cup.

2020: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Nelly Korda won the Olympic gold medal in the women's individual golf event at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

February 28, 2021: Gainbridge LPGA Win

On February 28, 2021, Nelly Korda won the Gainbridge LPGA at Lake Nona Golf and Country Club in Orlando, Florida.

June 20, 2021: Meijer LPGA Classic Win

On June 20, 2021, Nelly Korda won the Meijer LPGA Classic in Grand Rapids, Michigan, becoming the first two-time winner on the LPGA during the 2021 season. She shot a career-best 62 on Saturday to take a lead into the final round.

June 27, 2021: KPMG Women's PGA Championship Win

On June 27, 2021, Nelly Korda won her first major at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at the Atlanta Athletic Club. She shot a 4-under 68 in the final round and won by three strokes, becoming the number one player in the world.

November 8, 2021: Regaining No. 1 World Ranking

On November 8, 2021, Nelly Korda regained the No. 1 spot in the Women's World Golf Rankings, despite not playing in tournaments, due to the two-year rolling average calculation.

2021: Solheim Cup

In 2021, Nelly Korda represented the United States at the Solheim Cup.

2021: Pelican Women's Championship Win

In 2021, Nelly Korda won the Pelican Women's Championship in Belleair, Florida after a playoff. This marked her fourth LPGA victory of 2021.

January 3, 2022: Surpassing Stacy Lewis's Record

On January 3, 2022, Nelly Korda surpassed Stacy Lewis' record for consecutive weeks as number one in the Women's World Golf Rankings for an American.

2022: Pelican Women's Championship Win and Return to World No. 1

In November 2022, Nelly Korda successfully defended her title at the Pelican Women's Championship, securing her first win of 2022, and temporarily regained the top spot in the world ranking.

2023: Solheim Cup

In 2023, Nelly Korda represented the United States at the Solheim Cup.

2024: Official Season

As of the 2024 season, Nelly Korda's record includes matchplay and other tournaments without a cut.

2024: Chevron Championship Win

In 2024, Nelly Korda secured her fifth consecutive victory and her second major title at the Chevron Championship, scoring 275 (-13).

2024: Solheim Cup Win

In 2024, Nelly Korda was part of the team that won the Solheim Cup representing the United States.

2024: Multiple Wins in 2024

In 2024, Nelly Korda won the Mizuho Americas Open in May, marking her sixth win in seven starts. She then won The Annika in November, securing her seventh LPGA title for the year.