What was more shocking than world No 2 golfer Nelly Korda going winless in 2025 was below-freezing temperatures and nearly single-digit wind chills halting a tournament in Orlando.
After a 14-month drought, Korda hoisted a champions' trophy early Sunday afternoon after capturing the Tournament of Champions at the Lake Nona Golf & Country Club.
Korda won for the 16th time without leaving the clubhouse or practice range on Sunday. The tournament was shortened to 54 holes and second-place finisher AmyYang of South Korea could not make up three shots on two holes to tie Korda.
Yang was one of eight players that took to the course on Sunday.
Korda carded a stunning eight-under-par 64 in chilly conditions on Saturday, but was able to get into the clubhouse before the winds took full effect and caused tournament officials to halt play. She won for the first time since the 2024 Annika in November 2024.
"It feels amazing. I'm just super proud of (caddie) Jason (McDede) and I yesterday for how we fought those conditions," said Korda. "For my team. I wouldn't be here without them. We're all pieces of a puzzle. I wouldn't be who I am without them. Just so grateful."
Korda posted rounds of 68-71-64 and topped Yang (-10) by three strokes.
Canada's Brooke M Henderson carded a six-under par 66 on Saturday and finished alone in third place at -7.
