JOHNS CREEK, Ga. - Nelly Korda powered her way to her first major championship Sunday with a performance worthy of her new status as the No. 1 player in women's golf.
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Whoa, Nelly! A major title for Korda and No. 1 world ranking
Nelly Korda of the U.S. kisses the trophy after winning the KPMG Women s PGA Championship golf tournament, Sunday, June 27, 2021, in Johns Creek, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) John Bazemore
Nelly Korda of the U.S. tees off on the 18th hole during the final round of play in the KPMG Women s PGA Championship golf tournament, Sunday, June 27, 2021, in Johns Creek, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) John Bazemore
Nelly Korda of the U.S. hits on the fairway of the second hole, during the final round of play in the KPMG Women s PGA Championship golf tournament, Sunday, June 27, 2021, in Johns Creek, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) John Bazemore
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. (AP) Nelly Korda powered her way to her first major championship Sunday with a performance worthy of her new status as the No. 1 player in women’s golf.
Korda nearly holed out with a 7-wood from 243 yards for a tap-in eagle, and the 22-year-old American seized control by using her length from that graceful swing for another eagle that sent her to victory in KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
She finished with a 15-foot par putt for a 4-under 68, giving her a three-shot victory over Lizette Salas at the Atlanta Athletic Club. At 19-under 269, she tied the Women’s PGA record to par last matched by Inbee Park at Westchester Country Club in 2015.
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. Nelly Korda powered her way to her first major championship Sunday with a performance worthy of her new status as the No. 1 player in women s golf.