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LPGA Cuts Tournament of Champions to 54 Holes; Nelly Korda Clinches Season Opener

Tour officials deemed conditions unsafe, the forecast eliminating a Monday finish.

Overview

  • Korda finished at 13-under 203 for her 16th LPGA title and first victory since November 2024 after Saturday’s eight-under 64 put her three clear.
  • With the final round canceled, remaining third-round holes were completed Sunday; Amy Yang parred 17 and 18 to finish second at 10 under, with Brooke Henderson third and Lydia Ko fourth.
  • The LPGA said frigid temperatures, strong winds and hardened ground influenced the call after consultations with rules officials, tournament staff, partners and the grounds crew.
  • A reduced nine-hole celebrity exhibition proceeded at Lake Nona, drawing criticism from observers including Annika Sorenstam, who said conditions were “very playable.”
  • Hours later the LPGA issued added context, emphasizing safety, playability and an unfavorable multi-day outlook as reasons for not pursuing a Monday finish.