Nelly Korda’s 2024 season ended as spectacularly as it began, with her seventh victory at The ANNIKA. Already clinching the Rolex Player of the Year award, Korda delivered a masterclass in patience and precision to erase a six-shot deficit and claim a three-stroke victory. Her final-round charge, highlighted by five consecutive birdies starting at the 11th hole, showcased her ability to thrive under pressure. Missing just one fairway and one-putting from holes 11 through 16, she again demonstrated why she’s the undisputed No. 1 in the world.
Named after Annika Sörenstam—widely regarded as one of the greatest female golfers in history—The ANNIKA Driven by Gainbridge gathers the world’s best female golfers to compete at the Pelican Golf Club in Florida’s Tampa-Clearwater area. By conquering this prestigious event, Korda not only added to her remarkable season but also cemented her place among the sport’s elite in a tournament that pays homage to Sörenstam’s enduring legacy.
Nelly Korda & Annika Sorenstam
Nelly Korda & Annika Sorenstam
This season placed Korda in historic company. She became the first American since 1990 to win seven or more times in a single LPGA season.
Adding to her legacy, she joined an elite group as only the third player in history to achieve six-plus wins, a Solheim Cup victory, and Player of the Year honors in the same year. Earlier in the season, she made headlines by winning five consecutive tournaments, a feat matched by only two others in LPGA history.
Her dominance wasn’t confined to victories alone. Korda led in major statistical categories, was ranked top-three in 12 of them entering the final weeks, and claimed the prestigious Rolex ANNIKA Major Award for her consistency in majors.
As Korda looks ahead to 2025, the possibilities seem limitless. With her drive, talent, and historic trajectory, she’s poised to chase even more records and solidify her standing as one of the greatest in the game’s history. For Nelly Korda, 2024 was a defining year, but it’s clear she’s just getting started.
