With the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship approaching later this week, worries are mounting among fans about Nelly Korda’s health status. The top-ranked golfer is dealing with a neck injury sustained recently, raising questions about her ability to compete at full strength.
Nelly Korda, a two-time major champion, has had a challenging 2025 season compared to her impressive 2024, where she secured seven tournament victories. Despite narrowly missing the U.S. Women’s Open title earlier this month against Maja Stark, Korda remained a strong contender for upcoming events.
Details of Korda’s Neck Injury and Its Impact on Play
During a recent media session, Korda appeared with kinesiology tape on her neck, a result of an injury she suffered while hitting a shot from the rough at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco. The discomfort was severe enough for her to skip Monday night’s champions dinner.
Addressing reporters, Korda revealed the ongoing difficulty she faces:
“It’s getting better, but yeah, it was not very good yesterday,”
she explained.
“Obviously with the injury that I had last year, every single time something kind of flares up in my neck now, I think I feel it a little bit more than what I used to.”
Fans Show Support as Korda Fights to Recover Quickly
Supporters have been vocal in their encouragement, sharing messages on social media platforms as the championship’s first round nears. One fan posted, Prayers for Nelly Korda’s health, while another urged, Rest up Nelly.
Another fan highlighted the challenge of the course itself, saying,
“Those roughs on the course were really difficult,”
and added,
“Hopefully the crew will fix the roughs when the first round starts. You will rest your neck and hopefully you will be good for the first round on Thursday.”
With less than 48 hours before the tournament’s kickoff, Korda’s condition remains a critical focus for her team and fans alike.
Despite Injury, Korda Remains a Top Contender for the Title
Even while not fully recovered, oddsmakers continue to list Nelly Korda as the favorite to win the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Her proven skill and competitive record keep her in strong contention despite current setbacks.