Korda defeated Ryann O’Toole with a birdie at the first playoff hole to secure a second LPGA Tour title of 2024
Nelly Korda achieved a significant milestone in 2024, clinching her 10th LPGA Tour title at the Seri Pak Championship and reclaiming the World No.1 spot, all through a dramatic playoff victory. The final moments of the championship saw Korda nearly securing the win with a comfortable lead, only for unexpected bogeys on the 17th and 18th holes to push her into a playoff against Ryann O’Toole. In a nail-biting finish, Korda made a crucial birdie at the first playoff hole, securing her win and demonstrating her strong form in 2024.
The championship was highly competitive from the start, with Jiyai Shin and Alison Lee initially leading. However, Korda, beginning two strokes behind, quickly made her presence felt with a solid front nine. She then accelerated on the back nine, tying with the leaders and eventually gaining a significant advantage with an eagle. This performance seemed to set her up for an easy victory until the final holes brought unexpected drama.
Despite these challenges, Korda’s victory at the Seri Pak Championship not only underscored her exceptional talent and resilience but also her determination to remain at the pinnacle of women’s golf. This win, coupled with her earlier victory at the LPGA Drive On Championship, where she also triumphed in a playoff, highlights her formidable presence on the tour and sets a high bar for the season.
