American golfer Nelly Korda continues to make history in the world of women’s golf, as she secured her second major title and fifth straight tournament win at the Chevron Championship in Texas. Korda’s victory not only solidified her dominance on the LPGA Tour but also tied the record for most consecutive LPGA wins, a feat achieved by legends Nancy Lopez and Annika Sorenstam.
Starting the final round one stroke behind South Korean leader Haeran Ryu and Canada’s Brooke Henderson, Korda came out on top with a final round of 69, finishing the tournament on 13 under par. Sweden’s Maja Stark finished in second place, two shots behind Korda, while Americans Lauren Coughlin and Brooke Henderson tied for third place on 10 under par. Ryu ultimately finished in fifth place.
Throughout the final round, Korda made five birdies and two bogeys, admitting that the back nine was a challenge due to nerves. However, her determination and skill ultimately led her to victory, with Korda expressing her happiness at securing yet another win in her career.
Korda’s success is not only a testament to her own talent and hard work but also a reflection of her family’s athletic prowess. The daughter of former Czech tennis player Petr Korda, who won the Australian Open men’s singles title in 1988, Nelly Korda has proven that athletic excellence runs in her blood.
This latest win adds to Korda’s impressive resume, which includes her first major title at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in 2021. Following a seven-week break, Korda returned to the course and secured three wins in three weeks, including the T-Mobile Match Play. With her recent victory at the Chevron Championship, Korda has solidified her status as one of the top golfers in the world and a force to be reckoned with on the LPGA Tour.
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