6 consecutive events without a trophy! The world no. 1, Nelly Korda has seen a drop in form after her Mizuho Americas Open win back in May 2024. She finished T5 with strokes more than the top position in her most recent appearance at the 2024 Kroger Queen City Championship.

That’s only a part of the story from the tournament. Nelly Korda confirmed that she also picked up a neck injury that may hamper her form even further. While sharing the news of her injury, Nelly Korda said she was ‘Disappointed’ for missing out on upcoming events and said ‘Sorry’ to her fans.

This was nearly a day ago. And now she’s in the tabloids again. What could possibly go wrong even further for the leading women’s golfer in the world? Let’s find out!

Why is Nelly Korda catching attention, again!?

About 5 hours ago, her sister, Jessica Korda, shared a picture of her beloved ‘snuggle bug’. What’s so special about that, you ask? Well, it’s Charlie’s birthday. Charlie is Jessica’s beautiful pet who is much loved on social media. And he just turned 7!

The Goldendoodle has often appeared on Nelly Korda’s social media as well. Charlie is like family to both the sisters and they have shared their love for him on multiple occasions.

However, in this instance, it seems that Nelly Korda hasn’t shown as much love to her sister’s famed poodle as her fans might have expected. 5 hours gone and we don’t see a like or a comment by the pro golfer. What could be the reason behind the lack of reaction? Well, there could be a number of them. Let’s break them down.

Why has Nelly Korda wished Charlie, the poodle?

There could be a few reasons why Nelly Korda has gone quiet, and one of the most likely explanations is that she’s taking time to hibernate and recover. Considering the serious injury she recently sustained, it’s safe to assume she’s under medication and focused on healing. Medical professionals probably advised her to step away from the constant buzz of social media for a while, ensuring she gets the uninterrupted rest she needs. Injuries like hers can take time, and this period is crucial to prevent any setbacks in her recovery.

Beyond the physical aspect, Nelly might not be in the best headspace to engage with social media right now. After all, a disappointing loss combined with the emotional weight of an injury can be tough to handle. More than just physical rehab, she’s likely on a journey to rediscover mental peace and recalibrate her mindset. Sometimes, stepping back from the limelight is exactly what athletes need to focus on the road ahead and handle the uncertainty of their future.

But the most telling reason comes from Nelly herself. In a heartfelt message, she shared just how devastated she was by her situation. She revealed that she would miss the upcoming events in Korea and Malaysia due to the injury, which, unfortunately, occurred during practice—making it even more frustrating since it happened in a controlled environment. Her apology to her fans speaks volumes about how eager she was to return to the course and get back to winning. It seems like the disappointment is weighing heavily on her, and she just might not have the energy right now to publicly celebrate her sister, Charlie, despite her love and support for her.

Whatever the reason, it’s only a matter of time before Nelly reappears and shows her love for her sister’s success. In the meantime, we wish her a speedy recovery and can’t wait to see her back in action soon.

With Nelly sidelined for the next couple of events, the door is wide open for another LPGA pro to step into the spotlight. Who do you think will dominate the Asian swing of the LPGA Tour? Let us know your predictions in the comments below!