Nelly Korda has emphasized the need for increased investment to drive greater growth in women’s golf. After completing the second round of the 2025 AIG Women’s Open, the World No. 1 highlighted the importance of enhanced media coverage, particularly through network television, as a key factor in advancing the sport.
Currently making her 13th LPGA start this season, Korda sits tied for 10th place at 2-under par after two rounds, trailing the tournament leader Miyu Yamashita by nine strokes.
Korda’s Views on Elevating Women’s Golf
Following the second round, Nelly Korda addressed what women’s golf requires to reach new heights during a press conference. She pointed to the vital role that further financial support plays in the sport’s ongoing development.
“I just think more investment into us, I would say. Network TV, anything that kind of pushes us forward, that’s always going to help. I think we’re trending in a great direction. But kind of in a sense never being content, always trying to push forward,” Korda replied.
—Nelly Korda, World No. 1 golfer
Korda’s remarks underscore a broader call for sustained efforts to increase visibility and backing, which are essential to building the profile and opportunities within women’s golf.
Analyzing Korda’s Performance at the AIG Women’s Open
In the second round of the AIG Women’s Open Championship, Korda followed her opening 2-under 70 with an even-par 72. Starting from the first tee, she opened with three pars before encountering her first setback on the par-4 fourth hole, where she took a bogey. However, a steady series of pars helped her close the front nine at 1-over 37.
The back nine displayed a balance of successes and challenges, as Korda recorded four birdies and three bogeys, finishing the round with a 35, one stroke under par for that segment. Her total score after two rounds remained at 2-under for the tournament.
“Honestly didn’t really capitalize on anything in the calmer conditions on the front nine, then kind of got really windy on the back. Made a few more mistakes, but bounced back with some birdies. Overall, I’m not going to complain with even-par.”
—Nelly Korda, World No. 1 golfer
Detailed Breakdown of Korda’s Second Round Scores
Her hole-by-hole performance shows the ebb and flow experienced during the day’s play, reflecting both accuracy and some errors amid changing weather conditions.
Front Nine (OUT):
- Hole 1 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 2 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 3 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 4 (Par 4): 5 – Bogey
- Hole 5 (Par 3): 3 – Par
- Hole 6 (Par 5): 5 – Par
- Hole 7 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 8 (Par 3): 3 – Par
- Hole 9 (Par 5): 5 – Par
- Total Front Nine: 37 (+1)
Back Nine (IN):
- Hole 10 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 11 (Par 4): 5 – Bogey
- Hole 12 (Par 3): 2 – Birdie
- Hole 13 (Par 5): 4 – Birdie
- Hole 14 (Par 4): 5 – Bogey
- Hole 15 (Par 3): 2 – Birdie
- Hole 16 (Par 4): 5 – Bogey
- Hole 17 (Par 4): 4 – Par
- Hole 18 (Par 5): 4 – Birdie
- Total Back Nine: 35 (-1)
Round Total: 72 (Even Par)
Context of Korda’s Season and Past Achievements
This season, Korda has had a competitive but mixed run, entering 12 tournaments with five top-10 finishes, though she has yet to secure a victory. Noteworthy performances include runner-up placements at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, where she finished at 18-under par, and at the U.S. Women’s Open, tying for second at 5-under par.
She also performed strongly at the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open, posting a 13-under par total to place fifth.
Reflecting on her previous results at the AIG Women’s Open, Korda came close to winning last year with a tied second finish at 5-under par, demonstrating her consistent competitiveness in major events.
The Broader Implications for Women’s Golf
Nelly Korda’s call for more significant investment highlights ongoing challenges in women’s professional golf concerning visibility and resources. Increased network television exposure and financial backing could accelerate the sport’s popularity and provide vital support for current and future players.
As a prominent figure and the current World No. 1, Korda’s voice adds substantial weight to this push, potentially influencing sponsors, broadcasters, and organizers to enhance their commitment to women’s golf.
The progression of the AIG Women’s Open and the wider LPGA season will be closely watched, with many hoping that further investments will translate into expanded opportunities, broader audiences, and elevated competition standards in the near future.