Jack Nicklaus reflects on Nelly Korda's early promise and competitiveness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Jack Nicklaus praised Nelly Korda after meeting her at age 13, noting her competitiveness. Korda, now 28, has achieved 19 LPGA Tour victories, including four major championships. Nicklaus's early impressions align with Korda's successful career and growing status as a leading figure in women's golf. Max Homa also commended her skills after playing with her in December 2022, likening her performance to that of Tiger Woods.
- •Korda has 19 LPGA Tour victories and four major wins.
- •Nicklaus recognized Korda's talent from their first meeting 14 years ago.
- •Korda's competitive nature has remained a significant factor in her success.
- •Max Homa called Korda the 'Tiger Woods of the LPGA Tour' after their round together.
- •Korda's achievements have contributed to a boom in purses in women's golf.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Nicklaus once revealed what he noticed about Nelly Korda when she was just 13 years old
"Jack Nicklaus was immediately impressed by Nelly Korda after meeting her for the very first time 14 years ago. Korda, now 28, has more than lived up to the promise she showed as a young player, with 19 LPGA Tour victories to her name, including four major championships.
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