Nelly Korda is no stranger to causing a stir on the golf course, but this time, the buzz isn’t about her swing — it’s about what she wasn’t wearing during her latest gym session. The 25-year-old golf superstar unintentionally sparked a full-blown social media frenzy after posting a casual post-workout mirror selfie that had fans — and critics — doing double takes.
In the now-viral Instagram Story, Korda is seen standing in front of a gym mirror, flushed from an intense workout, rocking high-waisted leggings and a thin, skin-tight crop top. But there was one very noticeable thing missing: a bra. The top left very little to the imagination, and fans couldn’t help but ask: “Is she even wearing anything up top?”
The internet, of course, had no chill. Twitter (now X) lit up with reactions ranging from shocked admiration to full-on swooning. “Nelly Korda just redefined gym goals — and I’m not just talking about her abs,” one user wrote. Another joked, “I looked longer than I care to admit. For fitness inspiration, obviously.”
Fitness pages and fan accounts were quick to repost the photo, praising Korda’s athletic build and body confidence. “No bra, no problem — Nelly’s showing us all how to serve body AND strength,” one caption read. Others pointed out that the golf star’s comfort in her own skin was inspiring, with comments like, “Strong, natural, and unbothered — we love to see it.”
But not everyone was onboard. A small but vocal group of followers criticized the look as “inappropriate” and “attention-seeking.” One commenter questioned whether it was “too much” for someone seen as a role model in women’s sports. As usual, the backlash was quickly drowned out by fans defending her.
“Y’all are pressed over a workout outfit? Grow up. She looks amazing,” one fan fired back. Another added, “Let’s not pretend male athletes don’t post shirtless all day long. Nelly’s just out here being herself.”
True to form, Korda didn’t directly respond to the noise — but her next Story featured a boomerang of her sipping a smoothie in a hoodie with the caption: “Still worked out harder than the haters 💪🏽😉.”
With one spontaneous, no-bra gym snap, Nelly Korda once again proved she’s not just one of golf’s biggest stars — she’s a modern athlete in total control of her image, body, and vibe. Whether it’s on the green or in the gym, she knows how to play the game — and keep fans watching.
