In a heartwarming moment that fused sibling love with golf‑course focus, Nelly Korda revealed that having her older sister Jessica stationed courtside at the Amundi Évian Championship felt like a “comfort blanket” — and it showed.
During a breezy interview following her opening‑round 4‑under 67, Korda praised her sister’s presence as having “you out there… is like a little comfort blanket”. As Jessica operates as an on‑course commentator, her presence clearly brought an extra dose of ease to Nelly’s game.
🎤 A Unique On‑Course Dynamic
Nelly’s round had its dramatic moments — notably when two of her shots brushed near Jessica’s broadcast setup on holes 14 and 15. The near miss prompted some playful sibling teasing:
“Maybe you should have stayed in the fairway and I would’ve hit you,” Nelly quipped to Jessica during a lighthearted post‑round chat.
Yet, even amidst those near‑calls, Nelly never lost her composure. She credited “parts of my game that rescued me” around the green and committed to fine‑tuning the rest on the range. It’s a sign she thrives when the pressure rises — especially with family nearby.
Family First, Even under Pressure
It’s rare in elite women’s golf to see siblings occupy such contrasting roles: one competing, the other reporting live. But for the Korda duo, this dual role seemed to only enhance their bond.
Nelly explained that having Jessica at the ropes brought a sense of normalcy amid the high‑stakes environment of a major championship — especially at a venue as scenic and pressure‑laden as Évian‑les‑Bains.
What’s Next for Nelly?
Sitting two strokes off the early lead in a crowded leaderboard, Nelly is chasing her first win of the season and her third major title. With momentum building and club‑by‑club adjustments underway, she’s keeping her eyes squarely on the prize.
But more than performance, this episode highlights another big win — the strength of sibling support on golf’s grandest stage. For Nelly, it wasn’t just Jessica’s analysis that mattered — it was the reassurance of having someone she trusts close by. Coupled with occasional jabs like “don’t stand too close to my ball,” this comfort translated straight into golf‑course confidence.
🔍 Final Take
At Évian, Nelly Korda wasn’t just playing against the course or the competition — she was bringing family bonds to the fairways. Jessica’s presence inside the ropes was more than support; it was a psychological edge. If it translates into more consistent play and steadiness under stress, those spectators inside the ropes may just make the difference between another solid round and a major triumph.
