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Nelly Korda is one funny golf player! She doesn’t hesitate to poke fun at herself and those around her. Recently, she posted an Instagram story that left fans curious and amused. In the story, Nelly asked her caddie to apologize to her “poor baby” – but who, or what, was she referring to? Here’s a closer look at Nelly’s Instagram story and explore the backstory behind the “poor baby” comment that has sparked so much interest among golf fans.

The Instagram story that got fans talking

Recently, Nelly Korda posted a video of her caddie Jason McDede practicing a shot near a lake, with one of her clubs in hand. Nelly was shooting the video while laughing in the background, where Jason missed two shots. But it was her follow-up post that really got fans talking, which was a close-up photo of her club with a few scratches, captioned “He also needs to apologize to my wedge… poor baby has never been hit like that.

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It was a harmless joke between Korda and her caddie. After all, golfers and caddies often have playful relationships where they poke fun at each other’s mistakes. The American golfer constantly makes fun of herself and highlights her playful nature on social media.

Nelly Korda’s sense of humor shines through on social media

It’s not just her caddie, who she is mostly making fun of. In another recent post, she joked about her own lack of cooking skills. She shared a photo of a burnt piece of toast on Instagram with the caption, “When you try to make toast and forget about it... I think I’ll stick to golf.”

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Korda’s Instagram stories show that even professional athletes can have a sense of humor and not take themselves too seriously. Be it golf or any sport, we expect the players to behave professionally and maintain a certain level of decorum and respect. Nelly Korda’s fun Instagram posts provide a refreshing change of pace. Her playful attitude shows that she’s not afraid of displaying her inner child. She enjoys making fun of herself or others casually, which makes her more relatable to fans.

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Of course, not everyone will find Korda’s humor amusing. Some may see it as disrespectful or unprofessional. But at the end of the day, everyone’s Instagram stories are an image of their personality and sense of humor. So is the case for Nelly Korda. And since Nelly is not hurting anyone’s emotions or feelings, there’s nothing wrong with a little playful banter.

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In a world where social media is sometimes about spreading negativity and division, it’s refreshing to see Korda using it to spread joy and humor. Whether she’s joking about her caddie’s golf skills or her own cooking abilities, her Instagram stories show that even professional athletes can nullify their competitive drive for a bit of banter occasionally. So, the next time you’re scrolling through your Instagram, visit Nelly Korda’s page and get a good laugh.

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What did you make of Nelly’s banter with her caddie? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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