Nelly Korda is having an unprecedented 2026 LPGA season with three wins and three runner-up finishes in her first six starts. Her dominance is highlighted by her impressive approach play, short game, and par-5 performance, leading her to historic scoring averages and a strong command on the leaderboard. Korda’s exceptional ability to hit greens in regulation, combined with a perfect short game, positions her among legends in the sport. This season marks her return to the top of the Rolex World Rankings, a feat accomplished by only one other player since 1980.

By the Numbers
  • Korda has a 68.0% greens in regulation rate from rough lies, compared to just 51.8% for other players.
  • She currently averages an outstanding 1.97 strokes gained approach per round, significantly higher than her previous average of 0.35 from 2022-2025.
State of Play
  • Korda leads the LPGA in up-and-down success with a 75.0% rate this season.
  • Her par-5 scoring average stands at 4.34 strokes, superior to the LPGA average and her past performance.
What's Next

Korda's momentum is likely to continue, especially as she prepares for the upcoming Kroger Queen City Championship, where her current scoring average of 68.04 puts her in a formidable position.

Bottom Line

This season, Korda is not just winning; she is redefining excellence on the LPGA Tour and setting a benchmark that few have reached, making her a player to watch closely as she chases further victories.