Nelly Korda’s 27th birthday will be anything but ordinary. Instead of celebrating, she’ll navigating a hectic travel schedule after finishing tied for 25th at the Evian Championship. A delayed flight rebooking allowed her and her sister, Jessica, to reach London City Airport, but her golf bag wasn’t as lucky.
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Her clubs didn’t arrive on time for the AIG Women’s British Open due to a luggage truck delay caused by Lexi Thompson’s misplaced passport. Rather than stress, Nelly took the unexpected break to rest. She played 12 holes at Woburn Golf Club on Tuesday, preparing for the back-to-back major challenge ahead.
As the 10th-ranked player and the second-highest-ranked American, Nelly consistently finds herself in the major championship spotlight. While she’s pleased with her season, she acknowledges that her performances in majors need improvement. A third-place finish at the KPMG Women’s PGA was a highlight, but she aims for stronger results.
Nelly praised Woburn’s Marquess Course, noting its softer and longer conditions, which suit her game. She recognizes the pressure of major tournaments but is focused on refining her preparation. “I’m just trying to figure out what works best for me,” she said, emphasizing a balanced mindset for success.
