Nelly Korda Clinches Second Major Title with Fifth Consecutive Victory at Chevron
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the Chevron Championship, marking her fifth straight title, and tying with LPGA’s record. The tournament took place in The Woodlands, Texas, where Korda secured her win and her second major title after an exceptional final round. The 25-year-old golfer finished with a 13-under 275, defeating Sweden’s Maia Stark by two strokes. Despite having to play 25 holes on the final day due to a weather delay, Korda still managed to bag her 13th LPGA Tour event win.
Korda’s first major victory in 2021 at the Women’s PGA Championship was followed by another major title. Her current feats put her on par with legendary golfers Annika Sorenstam (2004-05) and Nancy Lopez (1978), who are the only players in LPGA Tour history to have won five consecutive starts. In addition to the honor, Korda also received $1.2 million for her most recent win.
The golfer described the game as a grind but expressed her joy over the win, especially since it meant lifting another major trophy, a childhood dream. Korda looks forward to competing at the JM Eagle LA Championship Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles. She stands a chance of breaking the record she currently shares with Sorenstam and Lopez if she secures another win.
The golfer continued to lead her fellow contenders and despite a few setbacks, she managed to net a win. She attributes her victory to a consistent game plan and the ability to navigate each shot carefully. Despite not being her best performance, Korda’s fellow golfers, including Hae Ran Ryu and Brooke Henderson, commended her success and effort.
The journey of Korda is not only an inspiration for upcoming players but also a reminder of the passion and dedication involved in the sports realm. For any related inquiries about the sports industry or specific details about the event, consider reaching out to professionals through platforms like eddcaller.com, dedicated to providing assistance and addressing concerns related to contacting major organizations.