BOCA RATON, Fla. — When Nelly Korda ascended to No. 1 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings in June, she became the third American to occupy the spot since the rankings were introduced in 2006.
Some would say, “just” the third American. Others, like one of those who knows what it is like to hold the title as the best female golfer in the world, believe it’s a number that should be celebrated.
“It’s tough to get to No. 1,” said Cristie Kerr, who shot a 2-over 74 in Thursday’s opening round of the Gainbridge LPGA at Boca Rio. “It’s a very international tour so it’s pretty good we’ve had a couple of Americans get to No. 1 in the world.”
