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Nelly Korda

Nelly Korda is an American professional golfer who plays on the LPGA Tour.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nelly Korda is an American professional golfer who plays on the LPGA Tour. She won Olympic gold at the Tokyo 2020 Games and has won multiple LPGA Tour titles, including major championships, while reaching No. 1 in the Women's World Golf Rankings.

Early life and family

Nelly Korda was born in Bradenton, Florida, in 1998. She is the daughter of former Czech tennis player Petr Korda and former tennis player Regina Rajchrtova, and the younger sister of professional golfer Jessica Korda.

Professional golf career

Korda turned professional in 2016 and joined the LPGA Tour in 2017. She established herself as one of the leading players on tour with multiple victories in the late 2010s and early 2020s.

Major championships and Olympic success

Her first major title came at the 2021 KPMG Women's PGA Championship. She also won Olympic gold in Tokyo 2020 and later added additional major titles, including the Chevron Championship.

Rankings and international representation

Korda became world No. 1 in women's golf in 2021. She has also represented the United States in the Solheim Cup and at the Olympic Games.

Key facts

  • Nelly Korda turned professional in 2016 and joined the LPGA Tour in 2017.
  • She won the gold medal in women's golf at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
  • She won her first major championship at the 2021 KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
  • She reached No. 1 in the Women's World Golf Rankings in 2021.
  • She comes from a sporting family, including former tennis player Petr Korda and golfer Jessica Korda.
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Canadian context

Nelly Korda has competed in major LPGA events that are followed by Canadian golf fans, and her results are relevant to Canada’s strong interest in women’s professional golf.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nelly Korda?
Nelly Korda is an American professional golfer on the LPGA Tour. She is an Olympic gold medallist and multiple-time major champion.
When was Nelly Korda born?
She was born on July 28, 1998, in Bradenton, Florida.
When did Nelly Korda turn professional?
She turned professional in 2016 and joined the LPGA Tour in 2017.
What are Nelly Korda’s biggest achievements?
Her major achievements include winning Olympic gold in 2020, reaching world No. 1 in 2021, and winning major championships on the LPGA Tour.
What family members are also athletes?
Her father, Petr Korda, was a professional tennis player, and her sister Jessica Korda is also a professional golfer.

References

  1. LPGA — https://www.lpga.com/athletes/nelly-korda/98350/overview
    Supports: LPGA Tour membership and age
  2. Team USA — https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/nelly-korda-921483
    Supports: Olympic participation and gold medal
  3. Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/en/athletes/nelly-korda
    Supports: Biography, family background, and career milestones
  4. KPMG Women's PGA Championship — https://www.kpmgwomenspgachampionship.com/player/nelly-korda
    Supports: Major title and career highlights
  5. PGA TOUR — https://www.pgatour.com/player/61412/nelly-korda
    Supports: Nationality and age
  6. U.S. Women's Open — https://www.uswomensopen.com/players/61412.html
    Supports: Major wins, Olympic gold, and family background