An “exhausted” Nelly Korda has withdrawn from this week’s JM Eagle LA Championship after claiming her second main title and fifth straight victory within the Chevron Championship.
Korda’s two-shot victory on Sunday noticed her tie the file for many consecutive LPGA wins, with Nancy Lopez in 1978 and Annika Sorenstam (2004-05) the one different girls to attain the feat.
In an announcement revealed on the LPGA’s web site, Korda wrote: “Wow! What every week. The win nonetheless hasn’t sunk in however I’ve really been overwhelmed by the entire love and assist I’ve acquired.
“The crowds at Carlton Woods this previous week have been unimaginable and so too have been all of the messages I’ve acquired from these watching from afar.
“I needed to allow you to all know that after a number of consideration with my workforce, I’ve determined to withdraw from the JM Eagle LA Championship offered by Plastpro.
“It was not a simple resolution. After the unbelievable week at The Chevron and grinding via the psychological and bodily challenges of 4 occasions prior to now 5 weeks, I’m undoubtedly feeling exhausted.
“With a lot nonetheless to return all through 2024, I really feel I have to take heed to my physique and get some relaxation, so I could be prepared for the rest of the season.”
Korda is about to return to motion and search a sixth straight win within the Cognizant Founders Cup in New Jersey from Might 9-12.
