‘I Have Always Had the Same…’: Nelly Korda Finds Similarities With Her First-Ever US Women’s Open

Over the years, Nelly Korda has become one of golf’s most recognized players. The 24-year-old has become a trailblazer in the women’s sport, which has elevated her status among her contemporaries in the game. But while Korda is still young, did you know that she made the cut at the US Women’s Open back in 2013? ‘Golf Digest’ recently put up a story celebrating Korda’s early achievement, which induced a reaction from Korda herself.

Nelly Korda gets appreciated for her 2013 achievement

While she won her first LPGA Tour event in 2018, the younger of the Korda sisters had already secured her spot for a premier event five years earlier. Back in 2013, a 14-year-old Nelly Korda won a sectional qualifying tournament at Bear Lakes Country Club in West Palm Beach, which granted her a ticket to New York.

Even after making headway in the women’s league, not many were expecting Korda to spring up any surprises. However, she made the biggest splash – making the cut at her debut LPGA Tour event. It was the moment when fans and pundits alike started taking notice of the young prodigy, who would soon go out to dominate the women’s game.

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Ushering in the nostalgia, Korda posted the moment on her Instagram story and expressed a similarity to her junior days. “Good to know I’ve always had the same facial expressions :-),” she wrote in her story.

How did a 14-year-old Korda perform at the 2013 US Women’s Open?

Despite playing her debut event on the ladies’ tour, a 14-year-old Korda remained unperturbed by the experience surrounding her. She opened her scorecard with an impressive 73 at the Sebonack Golf Club.

The following days weren’t kind as she slipped out of contention. But Korda stayed put and managed to make the cut. Her Sunday score of 81 doesn’t make for good reading, but it proved to be a wise experience as she finished tied at 64th place.

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While it took her five more years to win an event on the tour, Korda has risen up the ranks in recent years. 2021 proved to be a fruitful year for her, as she secured numero uno status in world rankings. She is also a major championship winner, having won the Women’s PGA Championship in 2021.