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Nelly Korda Leads LPGA Player of Year Race
Nelly Korda edges toward LPGA Player of the Year with rivals facing near-impossible catch-up.
In brief
Nelly Korda edges toward LPGA Player of the Year with rivals facing near-impossible catch-up. Nelly Korda could win her second LPGA Player of the Year award before the season ends, with rivals needing improbable wins to overtake her. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Nelly Korda's Lead
Nelly Korda holds a 75-point lead over Haeran Ryu in the LPGA Player of the Year race.
Ryu's Catch-Up Challenge
Haeran Ryu needs three wins or two victories with runner-up finishes and eighth-place results to overtake Korda.
Thitikul's Path
Jeeno Thitikul trails Korda by 84 points and needs three tournament wins to overtake her.
Yamashita's Challenge
Mizu Yamashita requires four tournament wins to surpass Korda but competes in all five remaining events.
Korda's Hall of Fame Goal
Korda would earn one Hall of Fame point, taking her total to 26 with 27 needed for induction.
What matters most
Nelly Korda could win her second LPGA Player of the Year award before the season ends, with rivals needing improbable wins to overtake her.
