Nelly Korda Returns to Golf at The Annika, Sits Two Shots Off Lead
Nelly Korda made her return to professional golf at The Annika in Belleair, Florida, posting a 7-under 65 in her first competition since the Solheim Cup, placing her two shots behind leaders Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, November 12, 2026 —
Professional golfer Nelly Korda has made her much-anticipated return to competitive play at The Annika tournament, held in Belleair, Florida. This marks her first appearance in a professional golf event since participating in the Solheim Cup.
Korda posted a strong opening round score of 7-under par 65. This performance places her in contention, just two shots behind the current leaders of the tournament. The leaders at the close of the initial round are Minami Katsu and Hye-Jin Choi.
The golfer’s participation in The Annika signifies her comeback following a period away from professional circuits. Her performance indicates a return to form, with her 7-under par score demonstrating a high level of play. The specific details regarding the duration of her absence or the reasons for her break were not provided in the summary.
The tournament, The Annika, is taking place in Belleair, Florida, drawing notable players from the professional golf world. Korda’s presence adds significant attention to the event. Her score of 65 in the first round positions her among the top contenders as the tournament progresses. The exact standings and future rounds will determine the final outcome.
Further details regarding Korda’s performance, such as specific holes of note or her performance relative to other competitors beyond the leaders, were not detailed in the summary. The current position two shots behind the leaders suggests an engaging competition ahead.
Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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