LPGA superstar Nelly Korda, currently the dominant force in women’s golf, has finally addressed the persistent rumors tying her romantically to two of the biggest names in sports: NFL icon Tom Brady and PGA power-hitter Bryson DeChambeau. Known for her reserved nature and intense focus on her game, Korda rarely ventures into the realm of personal disclosures. However, during a recent candid interview on a sports lifestyle podcast, the 25-year-old golfer set the record straight — and, in doing so, surprised fans with a revealing confession.
“Let’s clear the air,” Korda said with a laugh. “I’ve never dated Tom Brady or Bryson DeChambeau. They’re both great athletes and I respect what they’ve accomplished, but those rumors are just completely made up. There’s never been anything romantic between us.”
Speculation had been swirling online since Korda appeared at a high-profile celebrity pro-am event where both Brady and DeChambeau were also in attendance. Harmless interactions, including brief conversations caught on camera and a few social media mentions, were quickly blown out of proportion by tabloids and fan theories. But according to Korda, the speculation was baseless from the start.
Yet, the real headline came not from what she denied, but what she admitted next.
With a smile, Korda revealed that during her earlier years on the professional circuit, she once had a “secret crush” on fellow golfer Xander Schauffele. “It’s kind of funny to say now,” she admitted, “but I definitely had a little thing for Xander. I admired how calm and consistent he was under pressure. There was something about his presence on the course that really caught my attention.”
Korda clarified that she never acted on those feelings and that she and Schauffele have always shared a respectful, professional rapport. “It was just one of those little silent crushes you have from afar. Nothing ever happened, and honestly, I don’t even know if he ever knew.”
The golf world immediately lit up in response, with social media fans and sports pages buzzing about the revelation. Many praised Korda for her honesty and playful vulnerability, a rare glimpse into the emotional world of one of golf’s most composed competitors.
As for Xander Schauffele, he has yet to respond publicly, though insiders suggest he was “flattered and surprised” by the admission. Whether this sparks any future interaction beyond the greens remains uncertain.
For now, Korda remains focused on maintaining her winning streak and preparing for upcoming majors. But her lighthearted confession has reminded fans that even champions have private hearts — and sometimes, even the greatest athletes are not immune to quiet admiration from across the fairway.