**Nelly Korda Unwinds on Sunny Beaches to Celebrate a Resilient 2025 Season – Golf Star Reflects on Lessons Learned and Sets Sights on an Even Bigger, Trophy-Filled 2026**

As the 2025 LPGA season wraps up, Nelly Korda is trading fairways for sandy shores, soaking up the sun and reflecting on a year that tested her resilience like never before. After a dominant 2024 with seven victories, including a major, the 27-year-old American went winless in 2025—yet her performance was anything but a failure. With nine top-10 finishes, consistent cuts made, and stats that often mirrored or surpassed her historic previous year, Korda proved her elite status remains unchallenged, even as the wins eluded her.

The season finale at the CME Group Tour Championship saw Korda charge with brilliance—a stunning hole-out eagle and a final-round 68—but ultimately finish third, six shots behind Jeeno Thitikul, who claimed the title and the World No. 1 ranking. “It’s been an interesting year,” Korda reflected. “Flashes of really good golf, some iffy moments—that’s just the game.” She openly discussed the mental growth from navigating high expectations, minor injuries, and the fine line between contention and victory. “I’ve grown mentally,” she said, emphasizing gratitude for her support system and a renewed focus on process over pressure.

Now, with the off-season in full swing, Korda is recharging in true Florida style—beach workouts with siblings Jessica and Sebastian, family time over the holidays, and plenty of sun-drenched relaxation. Fresh off announcing her engagement to longtime love Casey Gunderson and teaming up with dad Petr at the PNC Championship, she’s embracing balance ahead of wedding planning and a lighter 2026 schedule (aiming for 18-20 events).

Highlights from her stunning 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit feature in Boca Raton capture the golf star at her most radiant—toned, confident, and glowing under the sun in vibrant bikinis that showcase her athletic physique. These breathtaking beach moments are the perfect metaphor for her off-season vibe: strong, serene, and ready to reset.

Looking ahead, Korda is fueled by the lessons of 2025. “The fire is there,” she hints, with eyes on a trophy-laden comeback. If her resilience this year is any indication, 2026 could see Queen Nelly reclaim her throne—and then some. For now, though, she’s earning every ray of that well-deserved sunshine.