Nelly Korda’s Shocking Performance at the Chevron Championship Leaves Fans in Disbelief
The 2025 Chevron Championship kicked off amidst the scorching heat of Texas at The Club at Carlton Woods, where all eyes were on defending champion and World No. 1, Nelly Korda.
However, what unfolded on the course left fans stunned and disappointed.
While players like Lin Yan from China and Hyo Joo Ryu from South Korea showcased stellar performances, with both sitting comfortably at 6-under through 16 and 14 holes respectively, Korda found herself struggling to keep up. After 12 holes, the American star was 4-over, a far cry from her usual top form. As Belgium’s Manon De Roey surged ahead at 4-under, it became evident that low scores were achievable, just not for everyone.
Social media platforms were flooded with fans expressing their concerns over Korda’s performance. Renowned golf journalist Beth Ann Nichols highlighted Korda’s challenges, stating, “Tough start to the year’s first major. She’s 4 over thru 12 in steamy Texas. Leaders are at 6 under.” Fans echoed their worries, with one mentioning, “Putter is a big concern atm… not sure the change was the best idea,” while another expressed sheer disbelief by simply posting, “Nelly Korda #Chevron.”
The disappointment among fans was palpable as one post described, “Disappointing opening nine holes for World No. 1 and defending champion Nelly Korda. Lowlighted by 4 straight bogeys and a +3 total, only 2 shots out of last place.” Speculations arose regarding Korda’s recent equipment change, with one fan noting, “Rough start for Nelly. Four straight bogeys… with a couple of three putts. She recently went back to a blade putter. It’s not reaping the rewards she had hoped for thus far.”
Despite the rocky start, loyal fans are holding onto hope for a potential comeback from Korda. The road to redemption, however, seems arduous and challenging, testing the resilience of the reigning champion.
As the Chevron Championship unfolds, the spotlight remains on Nelly Korda and her quest for revival. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving saga.