Nelly Korda hits her drive on the first tee during the first round of the 2025 PNC Championship at Ritz Carlton Golf Club Grande Lakes Orlando Course.

The buzz around the first tee at the 2025 PNC Championship was palpable as Nelly Korda stepped up, ready to launch her opening drive. With a smooth, powerful swing honed by years of dedication, she sent the ball soaring down the Ritz Carlton Golf Club’s Grande Lakes Orlando Course. The familiar thwack of club meeting ball echoed, a testament to her precise technique. All eyes followed the ball’s trajectory, a mix of admiration and anticipation. Even in the relaxed, family-focused atmosphere of the PNC Championship, Nelly’s competitive fire was evident. It was a drive that set the tone for her round, a glimpse of the effortless power that has made her a force to be reckoned with in women’s golf.”