Nelly Korda’s dominance has made her a fan favorite, but do her rivals secretly hate her? Here are 10 reasons some might resent her, and why their feelings could be justified, fueling LPGA drama.
1) Perceived Arrogance:
Korda’s bold predictions, like her Solheim Cup win guarantee, rub some players the wrong way, with one anonymous rival calling her “too cocky,” per Golf Digest.
2) Media Favoritism:
Her constant spotlight, including Met Gala coverage, overshadows others, frustrating players like Lydia Ko, who has more majors.
3) Family Privilege:
Her athletic lineage (tennis-pro parents, golfing sister) is seen by some as an unfair advantage, breeding resentment.
4) Dominance Fatigue:
Her seven 2024 wins left little room for others, with A Lim Kim reportedly saying, “It’s hard to compete with her shadow.”
5) Cold Demeanor:
Her reserved on-course demeanor is interpreted by some as aloofness, alienating potential allies.
Other reasons include her high earnings ($14.4 million) dwarfing peers, her perceived lack of team spirit in events like the Solheim Cup, and her quick recovery from losses, seen as dismissive. But is this hate fair, or just competitive jealousy? For amateurs, the lesson is to stay humble, even in victory.
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