Nelly Korda Struggles Early in Bid for Historic Win at T-Mobile Match Play

Nelly Korda Struggles Early in Bid for Historic Win at T-Mobile Match Play

Nelly Korda, currently ranked number one in the world, is looking to achieve a historic feat by winning four tournaments in a row. However, her quest got off to a slow start at the T-Mobile Match Play as she shot a 73 in the opening round.

Sei Young Kim Takes Lead on Day One

Capitalizing on favorable conditions, Sei Young Kim put together a stellar performance, carding a 6-under 66 to grab the first-round lead. Local favorites Danielle Kang and Rose Zhang also impressed, sitting just one stroke behind Kim at 5-under par.

New Format Attracts Strong Field

The T-Mobile Match Play has undergone a format change this year, transitioning from a purely match-play event to a combined stroke play and match play format. This tweak has proven successful, attracting the strongest field in the tournament’s history.

Weather Conditions Expected to Change

The calm conditions experienced by players in the first round are not expected to last. The forecast predicts strong winds with gusts exceeding 40 mph for the second round, posing a significant challenge for golfers.

Young Guns Aim to Make Their Mark

Danielle Kang, a former top-five player who is battling back from injury, and 20-year-old rising star Rose Zhang, are both in contention after solid first-round performances. Both players will look to build on their momentum as the tournament progresses.