Golf superstar Nelly Korda has just reached a historic milestone, spending an incredible 100 weeks as the No. 1 player in the world. But while the achievement alone would be enough to send waves through the golfing world, it was a subtle comment in her celebratory statement that sparked an unexpected frenzy among fans.
The 26-year-old American, who has dominated the LPGA Tour with her poise, power, and relentless consistency, took to social media this morning to reflect on her journey to the top. “100 weeks as World No. 1 — it feels surreal. I’m grateful to my team, my family, and my fans for the unwavering support,” Korda wrote. “The past few years have taught me so much about resilience and staying grounded. But the best is yet to come.”
It was that final sentence — “But the best is yet to come” — that instantly set social media ablaze. Speculation ran rampant among her millions of followers: was Korda hinting at a new chapter in her career? A long-rumored personal announcement? A major sponsorship deal? Or perhaps a bid for an Olympic gold medal repeat in Paris later this summer?
Adding fuel to the fire was a cryptic reply from Korda’s sister, fellow golfer Jessica Korda, who commented, “Can’t wait for what’s next ❤️.” The comment has since garnered thousands of likes and replies, many echoing the same sentiment: what exactly is coming next for Nelly Korda?
Insiders close to the Korda camp remained tight-lipped when contacted by media outlets, refusing to elaborate on the meaning behind the statement. However, sources within the LPGA Tour revealed that Korda has recently signed several new commercial partnerships set to be announced soon. More intriguingly, whispers of a potential collaboration with a major sports apparel brand have been circulating in industry circles for weeks.
Fans also couldn’t help but notice that Korda’s statement was accompanied by a photo that showed her wearing an unfamiliar ring — a detail that sent the rumor mill into overdrive. Could an engagement be in the cards? Korda has kept her personal life relatively private, but that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating about a possible romantic development.
Beyond the cryptic message and subtle visual clues, what remains undeniable is Korda’s staggering achievement. Reaching 100 weeks at No. 1 cements her status among the game’s all-time greats, placing her in rare company alongside legends such as Lorena Ochoa and Yani Tseng.
As she looks ahead to the remainder of the 2025 season, including the U.S. Women’s Open and the much-anticipated Olympic Games, all eyes will be on Korda — not just for her performance on the course, but for whatever revelation her recent message may have teased.
One thing is certain: with Nelly Korda at the center of the sport’s spotlight, the excitement is only just beginning.