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Charley Hull's Golf Obsession Hurdle
Charley Hull admits her golf obsession hinders her climb to world No. 1 despite strong rankings.
In brief
Charley Hull admits her golf obsession hinders her climb to world No. 1 despite strong rankings. Charley Hull says her personal struggle with golf obsession prevents her from becoming world No. 1, though Nelly Korda's consistent performance keeps her ahead. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Charley Hull's Golf Struggle
Charley Hull says she is too golf obsessed sometimes, affecting her mood after tournaments rather than chilling with friends.
“I think I’m too golf obsessed sometimes, I really am”
Hull's Current Ranking
Hull is ranked No. 8 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings after reaching career-high No. 3 in February 2026.
Korda's Consistency
Nelly Korda averages 12.68 ranking points across 35 events versus Hull's 5.58 across 40 events.
Korda's 2026 Wins
Korda won two majors in 2026: Chevron Championship by five strokes and U.S. Women’s Open by one stroke over Hull.
Hull's 2026 Performance
Hull finished runner-up at U.S. Women’s Open and recorded a T10 at Chevron Championship in 2026.
Hull's Prediction
Hull believes Michael Brennan has potential to become future world No. 1 after partnering with him at 2025 Grant Thornton Invitational.
The key point
Charley Hull says her personal struggle with golf obsession prevents her from becoming world No. 1, though Nelly Korda's consistent performance keeps her ahead.
