World No. 1 Nelly Korda is officially heading to the Netherlands, as the LPGA Tour star just punched Team USA's first ticket to the 2026 US Solheim Cup.
Korda holds 2,603 points in the US standings, putting her more than 1,000 points ahead of second-place Angel Yin. And with only nine qualifying events left on the LPGA schedule, it appears that no one can catch her.
US captain Angela Stanford shared her excitement about the news. She praised Korda's work ethic and competitive spirit, calling her a massive asset for Team USA in the upcoming international tournament.
"Nelly's hard work, demeanor, and competitiveness make her an asset and I can't wait to watch her compete for the USA at Bernardus," Stanford said.
Nelly Korda Rockets to the Top of the LPGA Tour Standings
Over her last 30 LPGA Tour starts, Korda has lifted four trophies including the 2026 Chevron Championship — her third career major title.
She opened her 2026 season with six consecutive T2 or higher finishes, including three wins. This fall will mark her fifth Solheim Cup appearance, as Korda carries a 10-5-1 lifetime record into the event.
With the Cup still months away, the 27-year-old is now focused on a tournament much closer to home.
This week, she's gracing the LPGA leaderboard at Riviera Country Club for the 2026 US Women's Open. After failing to get a win at last year's competition, Korda is more motivated than ever to add yet another win to her 2026 LPGA season run.
"It made me hungrier to be in those positions," Korda said last year's performance. "There's no better place to be in than in the hunt on a back nine on Sunday at a major championship, especially at the Women's Open."
Where to Watch the 2026 US Women’s Open LPGA Major
The US Women's Open runs through Sunday, with live coverage across USA, Peacock, and NBC Sports.
