She’s been the undisputed queen of women’s golf for well over a year, dazzling fans with a historic winning streak that cemented her as a global phenomenon.1 World No. 1 Nelly Korda has captivated the sporting world with her effortless power and unwavering poise.2 But as the 2025 season hits its stride, despite still holding the top spot, a shocking new reality is emerging: Korda’s seemingly invincible reign is facing its toughest test yet, with hungry rivals closer than ever to dethroning her!
Nelly Korda’s 2024 season was nothing short of legendary. She achieved a mind-boggling five consecutive victories – a feat accomplished by only two other women in LPGA Tour history (Annika Sorenstam and Nancy Lopez). This incredible run culminated in her second Major title at the Chevron Championship, and she finished the year with a remarkable seven wins in just 16 starts, earning LPGA Tour Player of the Year honors.3 Her dominance was so profound, it had fans wondering if she could sweep every major.
However, 2025 has presented a more complex narrative for the 26-year-old superstar. While she remains the World No. 1, her usual flurry of early-season victories hasn’t materialized. As of July 10, 2025, Korda is still winless in 2025, a stark contrast to her explosive start last year.4 She’s consistently made cuts and been in contention, including a T2 finish at the U.S. Women’s Open in May and a T5 at the Mizuho Americas Open.5 But the top spot on the podium has eluded her.
This “cold streak” (by her own stratospheric standards) has emboldened her competitors. The Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings, updated July 7, 2025, show Thailand’s Jeeno Thitikul breathing down her neck at World No. 2, significantly narrowing the points gap. Other rising stars and consistent performers like Lydia Ko, Ruoning Yin, and Haeran Ryu are all making strong pushes, capitalizing on Korda’s slightly less dominant outings.
Just this week, Korda is teeing it up at the Amundi Evian Championship, the fourth Major of the 2025 LPGA Tour season.6 The pressure is palpable for her to break her 2025 winless drought, especially in a Major. Adding to the intrigue, the last 12 women’s Majors have been won by different players, making it clear that the field is deeper and more competitive than ever.7
While no one is counting out Nelly Korda – her talent, grit, and family golfing pedigree (daughter of tennis Grand Slam champion Petr Korda) are undeniable – the narrative has shifted. The question is no longer if she will win, but when will she reclaim her dominant form, and can she fend off the hungry pack now nipping at her heels? The battle for supremacy in women’s golf has never been more thrilling, and Nelly Korda’s response to this unprecedented challenge will be appointment viewing for every golf fan!
