To her credit, Korda raised her hand during the offseason, offering to be part of the process. While not on the official search committee, she will be included in a less formal way. The buy-in of the No. 1 player in the world, particularly one with the potential transcending star power of Korda, is crucial for whoever next takes the reins.

Fresh off a historic seven-win season that made her a household name across the world of sport, Nelly Korda begins her 2025 campaign this week at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. Given what she did a year ago,

Nelly Korda! The former Olympic gold medalist dominated the LPGA Tour throughout the year. Replicating the success of fellow world no. 1 in men’s golf, Korda also managed 7 titles throughout the year.