Nelly Korda's call for mixed format in TGL gains support from Smylie Kaufman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Smylie Kaufman has expressed support for Nelly Korda's proposal for a mixed-gender format in TGL, emphasizing that integrating male and female players could enhance the viewing experience. Korda, currently ranked number one, criticized the decision to separate men and women in the league, which is set to launch soon. Kaufman believes a mixed format would provide more excitement and attract a wider audience. This discussion comes after Korda's recent victory at the US Women’s Open, which adds weight to her views on gender participation in golf events.
- •Kaufman supports Korda’s call for a mixed TGL event.
- •Korda criticized separate leagues for men and women.
- •TGL is set to begin its inaugural season soon.
- •Korda recently won the US Women’s Open.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Nelly Korda’s proposed change to TGL now backed up, ‘I couldn’t agree more’
"Smylie Kaufman has suggested that he supports the call from Nelly Korda for a change to be made as we edge closer to the inaugural season of WTGL. It is no surprise that WTGL is on its way.
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