Nelly Korda: 2nd Rolex ANNIKA Major Award 2026

Nelly Korda secures the Rolex ANNIKA Major Award 2026, crowning a season that is already a textbook example of dominance. The world No. 1 in the Rolex Rankings has rightfully earned this prestigious title, which recognizes the most consistently outstanding performance across all five women's Majors in a season. Korda is simply unstoppable this year, as evidenced by her three LPGA victories already.

Just recently at the AIG Women’s Open 2026, she once again proved why she is the Queen of the greens. Even though it wasn't enough for the Major title, she delivered a really strong T-4 finish with a final round 68, 2-under par. That was comfortably enough to leave Haeran Ryu behind in the race for the ANNIKA Award and secure the prize for the second time.

Kuwaki's Coup and Korda's Cash

While Korda rakes in the seasonal accolades, Shiho Kuwaki seized her first-ever LPGA Tour victory at the AIG Women’s Open in a playoff – and with it, her first Major title. A sensational coup for the Japanese player, who concluded her first Major directly with a triumph! Korda, meanwhile, remains at the top of the money list with an incredible $5,680,924, a clear sign that 2026 is truly her year.

In a League of Her Own

The fact that Korda lifts the Rolex ANNIKA Major Award trophy for the second time in her career is proof of her exceptional status in women's golf. With her T-4 finish at the last Major, she has once again underscored her claim as the most consistent Major player of the season. All the more reason to look forward to the next duels involving this exceptional golfer.