Alright, golfers, listen up! What's unfolding on the greens of the Ford Championship in Phoenix, Arizona, is truly DELOFTED-worthy. Right in the thick of it: Nelly Korda, who's not only unleashing her A-game but also admitting to being utterly captivated by a competitor.
We're talking about Hyo Joo Kim, the South Korean whose putting style Nelly Korda swiftly described as "always fascinating." Although the two battle for every stroke on the course, off the fairways, they seem to share a strong bond. They've been paired together multiple times already in this tournament – an exciting dynamic not often seen.
Korda's Blistering Form: A Victory in Sight?
Korda herself is showing in Phoenix that she's in peak form. After two superb rounds of 63 and 65 strokes, she holds a strong lead after 36 holes, two strokes ahead of the equally talented Kim. For the 27-year-old, this is already her second shot at a tournament victory this season, having already claimed the title at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. After a winless 2025, things are really clicking for her this year.
Learning to Triumph
But despite all her dominance, Korda is not one to rest on her laurels. She knows that in this sport, you never stop learning. "You can never perfect this craft; you can always learn something new," is her mantra. While her focus is on her own game, she believes one can always pick up tips from other top players like Kim – an attitude that likely contributes to her success.
We're excited to see if Nelly Korda claims another title this weekend and if Hyo Joo Kim's magical putting hands might yet pose a threat. The finale certainly promises pure excitement!
