Nelly Korda fighting off fatigue and chasing Ashleigh Buhai at Kroger https://t.co/h38UYASdu4 pic.twitter.com/tsHmCssFup
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After a demanding Solheim Cup, Nelly Korda isn’t letting fatigue stand in her way. The American star, who went 3-1 in her matches at the Solheim Cup, admitted to struggling with exhaustion before the first round of the Kroger Queen City Championship. Despite her tiredness, Korda fired a bogey-free 67, leaving her just two shots behind South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai, who carded a remarkable 65.
Nelly Korda Chasing Buhai and Pushing Through Fatigue
Nelly Korda acknowledged the challenge of getting back into the swing of things, saying, “It was definitely tough waking up this morning, but I love competing and I love being out here.” Her resilience paid off as she kept her mistakes to a minimum, notching five birdies in a round that left her in prime position for the weekend. “Whenever you play a bogey-free round, it motivates you,” Korda added, emphasizing her determination to keep the momentum going.
With a season affected by injuries, Ashleigh Buhai came back strong on the day, racking up eight birdies while topping the field. Buhai said, “It just shows that rest is just as important.” She drew attention to the difference between her alert performance and the weariness many Solheim Cup players endure.
Nelly Korda’s biggest struggle going ahead will be to keep her energy levels stable for the remaining rounds. “I’m just trying to take it one step at a time,” she admitted, but her solid opening shows she is certainly capable of competing for the championship.
