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Nelly Korda Secures LPGA Player of the Year Honor
With three events remaining on the LPGA calendar, Nelly Korda has mathematically clinched the 2024 Player of the Year award.
_Korda’s Dominant Season_
– 4 LPGA Tour victories, including 2 major championships
– 12 top-10 finishes in 20 events
– Leads the LPGA Tour money list with $2.5 million
_Points Tally_
– Korda: 270 points
– Nearest challenger: 150 points behind
_Clinching Criteria_
– Korda’s point advantage insurmountable with only 3 events left
– Maximum 150 points available to second-place contender
_Korda’s Reaction_
“I’m truly humbled,” Korda said.
“This award validates my hard work and dedication.”
_LPGA Commissioner’s Praise_
“Nelly’s exceptional play has captivated fans globally,” said Mollie Marcoux Samaan.
“Her dominance earns her the Player of the Year title.”
_Korda’s Rise to Prominence_
– 2018: First LPGA Tour win at the Swinging Skirts Taiwan Championship
– 2021: Olympic gold medalist
– 2021 and 2024: LPGA Player of the Year
_Historic Context_
– 5th American to win multiple Player of the Year awards
– Joins elite company with Nancy Lopez, Pat Bradley, Betsy King, and Stacy Lewis
_Upcoming Events_
– Buick LPGA Shanghai (Oct 17-20)
– Taiwan Swinging Skirts (Oct 24-27)
– CME Group Tour Championship (Nov 14-17)
Nelly Korda’s impressive season has earned her the LPGA’s highest honor.
Congratulations to Nelly Korda on her well-deserved Player of the Year award!
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