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Nelly Korda Named 2026 Rolex Player of the Year by LPGA

Nelly Korda Named 2026 Rolex Player of the Year by LPGA
World Sports · 15:07:10 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

American golfer Nelly Korda has been awarded the 2026 Rolex Player of the Year honor by the LPGA Tour. The announcement was made on November 4, 2026, recognizing Korda's outstanding performance throughout the season.

The Rolex Player of the Year award is determined by a points system based on tournament finishes, with points awarded for top-10 results at official LPGA events. Korda's consistent excellence across the 2026 campaign secured her the prestigious title.

This marks another significant achievement in Korda's career, adding to her previous major championship victories and world number one ranking. The LPGA Tour presented the award courtesy of longtime partner Rolex.

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