World No. 1 Nelly Korda arrives at Hazeltine National this week with the opportunity to secure a third consecutive major championship title in 2026. The 27-year-old American golfer has already triumphed at the 2026 Chevron Championship and the 2026 US Women’s Open earlier this season. Capturing the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship would not only mark a remarkable achievement but also place her among an elite group of LPGA players. Korda would become only the third player in LPGA history to win the first three majors of a season, an accomplishment last achieved by Inbee Park in 2013.
Aside from the historic significance, a victory at the KPMG Championship would also secure Korda’s induction into the LPGA Hall of Fame. The organization’s points-based system requires players to accumulate 27 points for entry. Currently, Korda holds 25 points, with each major win earning two points. Therefore, one more major title this season guarantees her a spot in the Hall of Fame.
Nelly Korda Stays Focused on PGA Championship, Not Hall of Fame
Despite the high stakes, Korda remains grounded and concentrated on the immediate challenge rather than the broader implications of her potential Hall of Fame status. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, she revealed she was unaware of her exact point total or the threshold needed for induction.
“I kind of like to be oblivious about it in that way,” Korda explained. “I don’t want to put extra pressure on myself. I feel like the game of golf is already hard enough. If I add more pressure on myself then it’s going to be even harder.”
Her focus remains squarely on preparation and performance. This season, Korda has demonstrated exceptional form, recording four victories and three runner-up finishes in just her first eight starts on the LPGA Tour. As she steps up to tee off in Thursday’s opening round of the Women’s PGA Championship, she carries the momentum of her impressive campaign, eager to extend her winning streak and potentially cement her legacy.