Despite Returning to World No. 1, Nelly Korda Laments ‘Stupid Mistakes’ After Missing $765,000 Payday

Though Nelly Korda may be one of the best golfers in the world currently, even she faces the troubles of mastering the sport. The new world number one failed to win the Chevron Championship this past weekend. Though Korda could have won the Major if only she hadn’t choked on several birdie opportunities. The LPGA star doesn’t mind criticizing herself publicly.

LPGA’s first Major of the season concluded after three days of golf with the highest caliber. The event saw the crowning of Lilia Vu, win her maiden Major and the $765,000 prize money. However, her route to victory wasn’t easy as she had to face Angel Yin in the play-off since both golfers were tied to -10 after the final round at The Woodlands.

Nelly Korda too could have joined California-born golfers in the playoffs but she fell short one stroke of the duo. Later while speaking to Sports Illustrated, the Olympic Gold Medalist didn’t shy away from calling herself out.

Nelly Korda trolls herself after missing putts

After missing the opportunity to add a second Major win to her resume, Nelly shared her thoughts on her performance in Texas. “Just know that there are bogeys out there and you try to minimize your mistakes as much as possible”, said the golfer while referring to her missed putts.

During her three rounds at the Chevron Championship, the younger Korda sister recorded nine bogeys. She reveals how the poor shots were making her frustrated. Nelly said, “I was punching the air a couple times after my two three-putts, which those are kind of stupid mistakes”. Nonetheless, tough days on the golf course are a part of the sport, and the 2021 Women’s PGA Championship is well aware of that.

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Nelly Korda then talks about how she remains mentally strong despite undergoing a tough phase on the field. “You just kind of have to stay mentally stiff and know that there are some birdie opportunities”, said the 24-year-old. While she suffered throughout the weekend, the LPGA star ended the Major with an impressive putt around the greens on the 18th hole.

Korda shared the beautiful shot on her Instagram story with the caption, “One putt went in on Sunday” while adding laughing emojis next to it. Though Nelly lost the opportunity to end her Major win drought, she regained the number one spot in the World rankings.

Korda has always remained positive and even doesn’t mind mocking herself. Nonetheless, while newly positioned number-one golfers may be one of the best talents of this generation, how good is she when it comes to putting?

Nelly Korda’s struggles with putting

Korda has one of the most beautiful golf swings at the moment. The elegant body motion can surely put every golf fan in awe. However, when it comes to her putting attributes, Nelly has struggled immensely.

Since her pro debut in 2017, the Olympic Gold Medalist has never managed to get a better putting average than 27. In the ongoing 2023 LPGA season, Nelly Korda is ranked at the 29th position in the putting rankings with a 28.63 putts average. Nonetheless, despite her issues, the golfer is still one of the strongest forces in the golf world.

As Korda looks to better herself in the short game, she will momentarily become a tougher opponent for fellow LPGA stars. What are your thoughts on Nelly trolling herself? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

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