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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Ewan Murray

World No 2 golfer Nelly Korda undergoing treatment for blood clot

Nelly Korda
Nelly Korda says she ‘hopes to be back soon’ after the discovery of a blood clot following a workout session. Photograph: Phelan M Ebenhack/AP

Nelly Korda, the world’s second-ranked player in women’s golf, has announced she is undergoing treatment following discovery of a blood clot. Korda, who won Olympic gold and the PGA Championship amid a rise to world No 1 in 2021, took to social media on Sunday to reveal a medical situation that came to light after a gym session.

Korda said: “On Friday I was in Ponte Vedra Beach for a photoshoot and commercial appearance. After a typical morning workout, my arm started to feel like it was swelling. At the advice of my doctor, I went to the emergency room as a precaution. I was diagnosed with a blood clot.

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