Nelly Korda Breaks Silence After Emotional Exit from 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Nelly Korda Breaks Silence After Emotional Exit from 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

Nelly Korda, the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer, recently missed the cut at the 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Her second-round score of 81, a staggering nine over par, marked the worst round of her professional career. This disappointing performance saw Korda leaving the Sahalee Country Club earlier than anticipated, adding to a troubling streak of three consecutive missed cuts.

Despite her recent struggles, Korda remains a dominant force on the LPGA Tour, boasting a scoring average of 69.71, the best in the field. Her early exit from the PGA Championship came as a surprise, considering her stellar season, which includes five consecutive wins.

An Emotional Response to a Disheartening Performance

Korda was visibly emotional after her second round at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. She was seen crying, a rare sight for the usually composed athlete. When she finally spoke about her performance, she shared her frustration and disappointment.

“It’s just golf recently for me. [There are] no words for how I am playing right now. A lot went my way at the beginning of the year and just giving it back. … I’m just going to go home and try to reset,” Korda said, according to Golf.com.

Korda’s Impressive Stats Amidst Recent Setbacks

Despite missing the cut in her last three LPGA Tour starts, Korda still holds her position as the World No. 1 on the Rolex Rankings with 506.64 points. She also tops the LPGA Tour’s official money list with $2,943,708 in earnings this season. Furthermore, she leads the Race to CME Globe Season with 3285 points.

Throughout the season, Korda has participated in 11 events, recording five consecutive wins. Apart from these victories and her recent missed cuts, her best finish was a tie for 7th place at the 2024 Cognizant Founders Cup. Her worst finish this season was tied for 16th place at the season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament.

A Closer Look at Nelly Korda’s Season Stats

Here’s a detailed look at Korda’s performance statistics leading up to the 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship:

– **Average Driving Distance**: 265.83 yards (26th place)

– **Driving Accuracy**: 75.25 percent (68th place)

– **Greens in Regulation**: 74.92 percent (2nd place)

– **Putts per Green in Regulation**: 1.75 putts (2nd place)

– **Putting Average**: 29.86 putts (59th place)

– **Sand Saves**: 38.30 percent (95th place)

– **Scoring Average**: 69.71 (1st place)

– **Rounds Under Par**: 24 (11th place)

– **Birdies**: 150 (17th place)

– **Eagles**: 6 (2nd place)

– **Rounds in the 60’s**: 21 (2nd place)

– **Sub Par Holes**: 156 (15th place)

– **Holes in One**: 0

– **Total Rounds Played**: 38 (29th place)

– **Total Events Played**: 10 (72nd place)

– **US Solheim Cup Points**: 2,604 (1st place)

– **Rolex Player of the Year**: 214 points (1st place)

Looking Ahead: Korda’s Determination to Reset

As Korda faces this challenging phase in her career, she remains determined to bounce back. Her next steps involve taking a break to reset and regain her focus. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the World No. 1 golfer overcomes this setback and continues her journey in the LPGA Tour.