
Nelly Korda emerged victorious at her hometown LPGA Drive On Championship, staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Lydia Ko in a thrilling playoff. The win not only brought Korda her ninth LPGA Tour title but also delayed Ko's entry into the LPGA Hall of Fame. The riveting duel between the two golfers captivated the crowd at the Bradenton Country Club on Sunday.
After enduring blustery conditions with winds gusting up to 30 mph in the previous rounds, the final day saw a calmer atmosphere on the course. Korda began the day with a comfortable four-stroke lead over Ko but found herself facing a three-stroke deficit heading into the final stretch.