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Nelly Korda Shares Two Game-Changing Tips for Amateurs
Nelly Korda reveals a pressure-tested short-game drill and fundamentals for amateur golfers.
In brief
Nelly Korda reveals a pressure-tested short-game drill and fundamentals for amateur golfers. Nelly Korda shares a six-ball drill to improve short game and emphasizes fundamentals for amateur golfers. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Nelly Korda on fundamentals
Nelly Korda emphasizes fundamentals for improving young golfers' swings and enjoyment.
“It’s always about the fundamentals”
Korda's childhood coaching
Korda's coach spent five minutes on technique before turning the rest into fun challenges.
“five minutes of technique work”
Short game importance
A strong short game lowers scores and transforms a golfer's overall performance.
“a great short game, comprising chipping, pitching, bunker play, and putting”
Six ball drill challenge
The six ball drill requires making six up-and-downs in a row without stopping.
“you have to make six up-and-downs in a row”
Korda's drill experience
Korda practiced the drill for two to three hours without completing the sequence.
“I’ve been there for like 2 hours, 3 hours from one spot”
Korda's amateur success
Korda made national headlines as a 14-year-old by making the cut at the 2013 U.S. Women’s Open.
“made the cut at the 2013 U.S. Women’s Open”
Korda's upcoming tournament
Korda is expected to return next month to compete at the Annika driven by Gainbridge.
“expected to return next month to compete at the Annika driven by Gainbridge”
The essence
Nelly Korda shares a six-ball drill to improve short game and emphasizes fundamentals for amateur golfers.
