SHOCKING DRAMA: Nelly Korda Shunned by LPGA Veteran at U.S. Women’s Open, Fans Accuse Christina Kim of Unprofessional Behavior
Tensions erupted at the U.S. Women’s Open this week as golf’s golden girl Nelly Korda found herself at the center of an unexpected off-course controversy. According to on-site reports and viral footage shared across social media, LPGA veteran Christina Kim appeared to blatantly snub Korda during a practice round—igniting a firestorm of backlash from fans who are now accusing Kim of exhibiting unprofessional and “mean girl” behavior toward one of the sport’s brightest stars.
The incident allegedly took place near the clubhouse at Lancaster Country Club, where multiple eyewitnesses reported seeing Kim deliberately turn her back and ignore Korda during a brief interaction. In video clips circulating online, Korda can be seen offering a polite greeting, only to receive what fans described as a “cold shoulder” from the outspoken veteran. The moment quickly sparked speculation and outrage, especially given Korda’s reputation as one of the most respectful and composed figures in the game.
Christina Kim, known for her fiery personality and no-filter commentary, has not issued an official statement on the matter, but her recent tweets defending “authenticity” and criticizing “phony politeness” are being interpreted by many as thinly veiled shots at Korda. This only fueled the growing drama, with fans taking to Reddit, Twitter, and Instagram to voice their disapproval of Kim’s actions.
“This is not how professionals should behave on or off the course,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “You don’t have to like someone, but blatant disrespect toward Nelly—especially in front of fans—is unacceptable.”
Others were quick to defend Korda, pointing out her consistent poise under pressure and her clean reputation both in media appearances and in interactions with fellow players. “Nelly always handles herself with grace,” one LPGA follower commented. “Christina Kim just embarrassed herself, not Nelly.”
Some insiders believe tension has been brewing beneath the surface for months. Christina Kim, a vocal presence on social media, has previously hinted at discontent with how certain young stars are treated like “untouchables” by the media and LPGA leadership. While she never mentioned Korda by name, fans are now connecting the dots, suggesting the recent cold exchange may have been fueled by professional jealousy or deeper locker room politics.
Despite the drama, Korda has refused to publicly address the situation. In her pre-round press conference, she kept things strictly professional, discussing course conditions and her training regimen without a single mention of the incident. Her silence, however, is being praised by fans as a classy response to what many are calling a “petty provocation.”
As the U.S. Women’s Open continues, all eyes will remain on both Korda and Kim—not just for their play, but for any further signs of tension. In a sport built on etiquette and respect, this incident has sparked a broader conversation: when does “keeping it real” cross the line into simply being rude?