NELLY KORDA CAPTURES FIRST CAREER LPGA PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD AFTER DOMINANT 6-WIN SEASON
American golf sensation Nelly Korda has secured her first LPGA Player of the Year award, capping off an incredible 2024 season that saw her claim six victories and solidify her position as the world’s top-ranked female golfer.
_KORDA’S HISTORIC SEASON:_
– 6 LPGA wins, including 2 major championships
– 9 top-10 finishes
– $3.7 million in earnings, a personal best
– Held No. 1 ranking for record 34 weeks
_AWARD-WINNING PERFORMANCE:_
– Korda’s first LPGA Player of the Year award
– Youngest American to win since Stacy Lewis (2012)
– Joins elite company: Annika Sorenstam, Nancy Lopez, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias
_KORDA’S REACTION:_
“I’m truly humbled and grateful for this recognition… This season has been a dream come true.”
_LPGA COMMISSIONER’S PRAISE:_
“Nelly’s dominance on the course is a testament to her hard work and dedication… She’s an inspiration to fans worldwide.”
_SEASON HIGHLIGHTS:_
– Won The Chevron Championship for second major title
– Set tournament record at the Mizuho Americas Open
– Recorded multiple multi-win seasons (2019, 2021, 2024)
_KORDA’S IMPACT:_
– Leads a new generation of American golfers
– Role model for young female golfers worldwide
– Continues to push the boundaries of women’s golf
_NEXT CHAPTER:_
– Korda sets sights on 2025 LPGA season
– Aims to defend her Player of the Year title
– Eyes Olympic gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics
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