# Nelly Korda returns to LPGA with two-shot lead

> Nelly Korda posts strong return to LPGA after two-month break, trails Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi by two shots.
- Title: Nelly Korda returns to LPGA with two-shot lead · Sky Sports
- Summary: Nelly Korda posts strong return to LPGA after two-month break, trails Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi by two shots.
- Keywords: lpga, nelly korda, minami katsu, hye-jin choi, the annika, pelican golf club, florida, lpga tour, Sky Sports
- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/golf/news/12040/13611643/the-annika-nelly-korda-makes-impressive-return-to-lpga-tour-action-to-trail-minami-katsu-and-hye-jin-choi-by-two-shots
- Published: 2026-11-12T23:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lpga, nelly korda, minami katsu, hye-jin choi, the annika, pelican golf club, florida, lpga tour, sports
## Nelly Korda returns to LPGA
Nelly Korda made an impressive return to LPGA Tour action after a two-month absence.
## Korda trails Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi
Korda finished two shots behind Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi after opening round.
## Korda's round details
Korda shot a bogey-free seven-under par 63 at Pelican Golf Club in Florida.
## Korda's recent tournaments
Korda last competed at the Solheim Cup in September after her most recent LPGA Tour outing in August.
## Korda's comments
Korda said she needed to take a break after Solheim Cup to mentally step away.
## Katsu and Choi's performance
Katsu played bogey-free to catch Choi at 61 after three straight birdies late in round.
## Choi's goals
Choi aims for first LPGA title in five years as a member after strong Asia swing.
## Korda's career status
Korda has four wins this year but not since her US Women's Open title in early June.
## Key takeaway

Nelly Korda finished second in The Annika LPGA event after a two-month break, trailing Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi by two shots.