How did Nelly Korda perform in Round 1 of the 2025 ShopRite LPGA Classic?

Nelly Korda began the 2025 ShopRite LPGA Classic with an even-par 71 in the opening round. Her performance placed her in a tie for 65th position, aligning with the projected cut line.

Starting her round with a par, Korda encountered a bogey on the second hole but quickly rebounded with birdies on the third and fifth holes. A bogey on the seventh led her to make the turn at

On the back nine, Korda faced challenges with bogeys on the 10th and 13th holes. Nevertheless, she demonstrated resilience by securing birdies on the 15th and 18th holes, concluding her round at even par.

This tournament marks Korda’s return to the ShopRite LPGA Classic since 2020, where she achieved a solo fifth-place finish. Despite not securing a win this season, she has consistently performed well, including a recent tie for second at the U.S. Women’s Open.