Nelly Korda isn’t just battling opponents—she’s fighting the clock. The LPGA’s pace-of-play rules, including the controversial shot clock, have been a hot topic, and Korda’s recent comments reveal her frustration.
“It’s tough to balance speed and strategy,” she said after a near-penalty at the 2024 Ford Championship.
Here are five moments where Korda showed slow play is golf’s ultimate test:
1) At the Ford Championship, she finished her final round just 30 seconds shy of a penalty, visibly rattled but victorious.
2) The U.S. Women’s Open saw slow play disrupt her rhythm, contributing to that infamous 10 on a par-3.
3) During the Solheim Cup, team delays tested her patience, yet she delivered clutch putts.
4) At the Chevron Championship, a slow group ahead forced her to adjust her tempo, but she still clinched the win.
5) The season opener against A Lim Kim highlighted how pace impacts mental focus, with Kim’s quicker play giving her an edge.
Golf analyst Mark Roe notes, “Slow play is more than an annoyance—it’s a mental hurdle. Korda’s ability to adapt is what sets her apart.” For amateurs, slow play can ruin a round, too. Want to speed up without losing focus? Try practicing under a timer to simulate shot clock pressure, and always be ready to hit when it’s your turn. Curious about the LPGA’s rules and how they compare to the PGA Tour? Dive into our full analysis for more insights. What’s your take on slow play rules—fair or foul? Sound off in the comments below!
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