Nelly Korda aims for third straight LPGA major at KPMG Women's PGA Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Nelly Korda, the world No. 1, competes this week at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine National. Korda has a chance to become only the third player in LPGA history to win the first three majors of a season. She previously won at the Chevron Championship and the U.S. Women’s Open this year, affirming her status as a top contender. Korda remains focused on her game rather than the significance of potential achievements, emphasizing her in-the-moment mindset during the tournament. This championship is crucial as it is part of a season where achieving a calendar slam could solidify her place in history.
- •Korda won the Chevron Championship and U.S. Women’s Open in 2026.
- •She aims to join Babe Zaharias and Inbee Park in history.
- •This year's LPGA season includes five major championships.
- •The KPMG Women's PGA Championship takes place at Hazeltine National.
- •Annika Sorenstam comments on the importance of winning all five majors.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — How many majors does Nelly Korda need to achieve the calendar grand slam?
"This week world No. 1 Nelly Korda has the chance to become only the third player in LPGA history to win the first three majors of a season.
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