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Nelly Korda, the world’s top-ranked female golfer, could retire Saturday with an Olympic gold medal. Korda, 24, announced in June that this season would be her last, making the Tokyo Games her final major tournament. She’ll be entering the final round in a four-way tie for the lead. A win on Saturday would be a triumphant end to a career that’s included 13 professional victories, including a major championship in 2021.
Tom Kim’s Olympic aspirations have taken an unexpected turn, with the young South Korean golfer now facing the prospect of representing his country alongside a former rival. In a recent interview, Kim revealed that he had a complicated relationship with his Olympic teammate, who he declined to name. Despite the tension between them, Kim is determined to put aside their differences and focus on winning a medal for South Korea. The situation has added an intriguing subplot to Kim’s pursuit of Olympic glory, as he navigates the delicate balance between personal feelings and national pride.
In this exclusive report, Golf Lessons Channel discusses rising star Collin Morikawa’s journey to becoming a golf icon. Morikawa reflects on his atypical path to golf, sharing how his parents’ initial encouragement eventually ignited his passion for the sport. Notably, he recounts a captivating story about his 2021 Open Championship victory, revealing how Customs officials playfully mistook the Claret Jug for a bowling set, offering a humorous glimpse into the complexities of international travel for celebrated athletes.