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Nelly Korda named 2026 Rolex Player of the Year

Nelly Korda has secured the 2026 Rolex Player of the Year title, marking her second such honor in three years. This achievement brings her career tally to 26 points, placing her just one point shy of the LPGA Hall of Fame requirement.

Her successful season was anchored by four victories, including major triumphs at the Chevron Championship and the U.S. Women's Open.

Korda clinched the award early due to Haeran Ryu's withdrawal from the Maybank Championship and the decision by Miyu Yamashita and Jeeno Thitikul to skip the upcoming Annika event. Korda is scheduled to return to competitive play at the Annika at Pelican Golf Club in Florida.

Thitikul, who has also recorded four wins this year, remains in contention for the season-ending Tour Championship at Tiburon Golf Club.

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