‘We Were Like Tiger’s Kids’: Superfan Nelly Korda Nerds Out Over Unbelievable Tiger Woods Encounter on the Heels of Solheim Cup Showdown

The highly anticipated Solheim Cup is just around the corner, and the team members are buzzing with excitement. As the 18th edition of this biennial tournament approaches, the golfers are gearing up to make their way to Spain. While they wait for the Cup and continue to practice, team members have also taken some well-deserved time to travel. Among them, Nelly Korda stands out with her active and engaging social media presence.

The World No. 3 doesn’t lag behind in sharing regular updates about her team’s journey on the road, allowing fans to be part of their preparation and travels. Her most recent viral update, however, was about none other than the golf legend, Tiger Woods, whom it seems like the LPGA star could not help but fangirl over!

Nelly Korda narrates an unforgettable encounter with the golf legend

During her recent visit to New York City, Nelly Korda, joined by her teammate Lilia Vu and captain Stacy Lewis, took some much-needed downtime before their upcoming competition. They also made a special appearance on the Today Show, wherein the LPGA star’s main talking point was her golf idol, Tiger Woods!

Nelly enthusiastically recounted her encounter with golf legend Tiger Woods at the 2021 PNC Championship in a segment of their interview that @si.golf shared on Instagram. She described approaching Woods despite her naturally shy personality and requesting a photograph. Nelly fondly recalled Woods’ kindness during the encounter and humorously admitted, “He was so nice. I think I turned as red as a tomato.”

She went on to express how the golf great had been a constant source of inspiration for both her and her sister, Jessica Korda, during their upbringing. “We were like Tiger’s kids, he’s the one that kind of inspired us,” she said talking about their childhood. “Being a professional golfer, it made me appreciate his consistency and his play so much at such a high level that to this day I still look up to him so much.”

Despite both Nelly Korda and Tiger Woods being prominent figures in the golfing world, the LPGA star has never hesitated to express her admiration for Woods, consistently referring to him as her role model. Similarly, the 15-time major winner himself has expressed his awe for her talent!

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Tiger Woods praised Korda’s exceptional skills and temperament 

On the same evening, at the 2021 PNC Championship, Tiger Woods spoke to the media and praised Nelly Korda’s golfing skills. Following Korda’s ‘fan moment,’ Woods spoke highly of Korda’s game. He commended her fluid golf swing, precise ball striking, and ability to control the ball.

The PGA Tour champion also lauded Korda’s temperament on the golf course, highlighting her relentless effort and commitment to every shot. He contrasted her dedication with that of some players, who might not consistently give their best effort. The interaction between the two golfing legends was captured by fans, and this mutual admiration became one of the special moments during the 2021 PNC Championship.

It seems like they both hold each other in high regard. And rightly so, after all, they’re both stunning talents on their respective Tours!

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