Issue Contents: |  | *********About the cover model: Jessica Korda************
Jessica Korda is an American professional golfer born on February 27, 1993, in Bradenton, Florida. She comes from a family with a strong sports background; her parents, Petr Korda and Regina Rajchrtová, were both professional tennis players.
**Key Highlights:**
1. **Amateur Career:**
- Competed in the 2009 Junior Solheim Cup and 2010 Curtis Cup.
- Finished runner-up in the 2010 U.S. Women's Amateur.
2. **Professional Career:**
- Turned professional in 2010 at the age of 17.
- Joined the LPGA Tour in 2011.
3. **Major Wins and Achievements:**
- Claimed her first LPGA Tour victory at the 2012 Women's Australian Open.
- Accumulated multiple LPGA Tour wins, showcasing consistent performance throughout her career.
- Represented the United States in the Solheim Cup.
4. **Playing Style:**
- Known for her powerful drives and strong putting skills.
- Highly competitive with a consistent presence on the leaderboard.
5. **Personal Life:**
- Comes from a sports-oriented family; her younger sister, Nelly Korda, is also a successful professional golfer.
- Engaged to Johnny DelPrete, a former professional golfer and current realtor.
Jessica Korda is celebrated for her talent on the golf course and her contributions to American golf. She continues to be a prominent figure in women's golf, inspiring many with her skill and dedication.
*********About the cover model: Nelly Korda************
Nelly Korda is an American professional golfer born on July 28, 1998, in Bradenton, Florida. She is a prominent figure in women's golf, known for her impressive skills and achievements on the LPGA Tour. Nelly comes from a sports-oriented family; her father, Petr Korda, is a former professional tennis player, and her mother, Regina Rajchrtová, was also a professional tennis player. Her older sister, Jessica Korda, is a successful professional golfer as well.
**Key Highlights:**
1. **Amateur Career:**
- Had a successful junior career, winning numerous tournaments.
- Competed in the 2015 Junior Solheim Cup and 2015 PING Invitational.
2. **Professional Career:**
- Turned professional in 2016 and joined the Symetra Tour, where she won her first professional event, the Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge.
- Earned her LPGA Tour card for the 2017 season.
3. **Major Wins and Achievements:**
- Won her first LPGA Tour title at the 2018 Swinging Skirts LPGA Taiwan Championship.
- Has accumulated multiple LPGA Tour victories, establishing herself as one of the top players on the tour.
- Won her first major championship at the 2021 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
- Became the number one ranked female golfer in the world in June 2021.
4. **Olympics:**
- Represented the United States at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she won the gold medal in women's individual golf.
5. **Playing Style:**
- Known for her exceptional ball-striking ability and consistent performance.
- Strong mental game and competitive spirit.
6. **Personal Life:**
- Comes from a highly athletic family, with her younger brother, Sebastian Korda, being a professional tennis player.
- Known for her focus and determination on and off the course.
Nelly Korda is widely regarded as one of the brightest stars in women's golf, continuously showcasing her talent and dedication to the sport.
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