Winless But Wealthy: Nelly Korda Banks Nearly $3M in Prize Money Despite No 2025 Victories – Still Holding Firm at World No.2
Nelly Korda proved consistency pays — literally. Despite a winless 2025 LPGA season, the American superstar pocketed nearly $3 million in prize money, finishing second only to the
CME Globe winner in earnings. With nine top-10 finishes, no missed cuts in 19 starts, and a tie for second at the Grant Thornton Invitational, Korda stayed solidly at World No. 2 behind a surging rival.
Her resilience shone through: improved stats in driving distance, greens in regulation, and putting kept her in contention week after week. Highlights included runner-up finishes and a strong
third at the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship. “It was a grind, but I learned so much,” Nelly reflected, crediting her team for keeping her mentally sharp.
Off-course endorsements with TaylorMade, Nike, and others pushed her total income far higher, cementing her status as one of golf’s biggest earners. Critics who called 2025 a “down year
” forget she outperformed her dominant 2024 in several metrics — just without the trophies in a record 29-winner season.
Now engaged to Casey Gunderson and planning a lighter 2026 schedule, Korda’s wealth — both financial and experiential — positions her perfectly for a comeback. Money can’t buy wins, but nearly $3M softens any sting. Watch out, LPGA: a refreshed Nelly is coming.
