The Korda family made their mark at the 2024 PNC Championship, where Nelly Korda and her father, Petr Korda, showcased their skills, finishing tied for eighth place with a combined score of 20-under par. This tournament, held at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, attracted significant attention, particularly due to Nelly's stellar 2024 LPGA season, which saw her claim multiple titles.
During the first round of the championship, Team Korda started strong, carding 9-under 63. They achieved this impressive score through seven birdies and one eagle, putting them just four strokes behind the leaders. Their performance drew comparisons to the vivid synergy often seen between family teams on the course.
The second day, Nelly and Petr continued their push, shooting 11-under 61, propelled by five consecutive birdies on the front nine. Despite their notable effort, they finished eight strokes behind the leaders, Tiger Woods and his son Charlie, who performed phenomenally throughout the tournament.
The two-day competition led to exciting moments for Team Korda but not enough to secure the title, which ended up being fiercely contested between Team Woods and Team Langer. The final scores demonstrated the intensity of the event, where the pairs battled closely to secure their places on the leaderboard.
Nelly Korda found success on the LPGA Tour throughout the year, becoming only the third player since 1978 to win five consecutive tournaments, joining the ranks of legends Nancy Lopez and Annika Sorenstam. Her year included winning seven titles and earning the LPGA Player of the Year award following her second major victory at the Chevron Championship.
Reflecting on the PNC Championship, Nelly expressed satisfaction with their performance alongside her father. "This was Nelly Korda’s fourth start at the PNC Championship," and with the father-daughter duo's supportive dynamic, they took pride regardless of their final standings.
The tournament not only allows these top athletes to compete alongside family members but also fosters relationships and builds memories on the golf course. They finished with $45,167 for their eighth-place tie, underscoring the financial incentives of such high-stake events.
Overall, the event once again highlighted the Korda family's love for golf and the pleasure of competing together. While they may not have walked away with the trophy, the experiences shared on the course will undoubtedly linger as fond memories for both Nelly and Petr.
Looking to the future, fans can anticipate more thrilling performances from Nelly Korda as she aims to build off her successful season and carry the momentum forward to new tournaments. The Korda family's story at the PNC Championship is just one chapter of many as they continue to pursue their passions within the sport.
