"Nelly Korda closed with a two-under 70 for a five-shot victory to capture the third major of her career, marking her 17th on the LPGA."
"Korda not only won wire-to-wire, it was never really a contest, as she hit a five-iron to five foot for birdie on her 16th hole."
"She joined Juli Inkster and Amy Alcott as the only players in the last 50 years to win LPGA majors when leading by multiple shots after each round."
"Korda has played in the final group all five tournaments she has played this year, winning the season opener and the first major."
Nelly Korda secured the Chevron Championship with a commanding five-shot lead, finishing with a two-under 70. This victory marked her 17th on the LPGA and 21st worldwide, propelling her back to the top of the women's world ranking. Korda led wire-to-wire, never trailing after taking the lead on the first day. She became one of only three players in the last 50 years to win LPGA majors while leading after each round. Korda has consistently performed well this season, playing in the final group in all five tournaments.
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