Women Who Rule the Green: A Few of the Top Female Golfers of 2024

Golf has long been a sport where skill, precision, and mental toughness are crucial to success, and today's top women golfers embody these traits with unmatched prowess. Here is a look into a few of the names that have splashed the headlines of women's golf competitions.  These are ones to watch in 2024. 

Nelly Korda

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Nelly Korda is a 26 years old talent, born and raised in Bradenton, Florida.  Korda’s journey from a promising junior golfer to a dominant force on the LPGA Tour has been nothing short of remarkable. Known for her powerful drives and precise putting, Korda’s astonishing record of 3 Solheim Cups (2019, 2021, and 2023), an international crown in 2023, a gold medal at 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and her 14 wins and 2 majors at LPGA leaves fans in awe. Korda became the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in golf since the sport was reintroduced to the Games. Korda hails from an athletic family; her father, Petr Korda, was a professional tennis player, her brother is following in her dad’s footsteps as a pro tennis player, and her sister, Jessica Korda, is also a professional golfer. Follow Korda on IG here.

Hannah Green

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Hannah Green is a 27 year old Australian who has emerged as a prominent figure in women's golf. The Australian golfer was born in 1997 in Perth, Australia. Turning professional in 2016, Green’s career took off with a major victory at the 2019 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, marking her as a top player on the LPGA Tour. Known for her balanced game, combining accuracy, strong iron play, and precise putting, Green continues to excel in 2024 with consistent performances. She recently got married to fellow Australian pro golfer Jarryd Felton. Check Green out on her IG here.

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Jin Young Ko

Jin Young Ko is a 29 year old South Korean professional golfer who has established herself as one of the top players in women’s golf. Born on July 7, 1995, in Seoul, Ko turned professional in 2013 and quickly rose through the ranks, joining the LPGA Tour in 2018. She made an immediate impact, winning the LPGA Rookie of the Year title in her debut season. Known for her remarkable consistency and calm demeanor on the course, Ko has achieved multiple major championship victories, including wins at the ANA Inspiration and The Evian Championship. In recent years, she has spent significant time as the world’s number one-ranked female golfer, thanks to her steady performances and ability to excel under pressure. Her precision, especially in her iron play, and her mental toughness have made her a dominant force on the LPGA Tour.  Check Ko ou ton her IG here.

The year 2024 has been a remarkable one for women’s golf, with these exceptional players leading the charge and inspiring the next generation of golfers. Their achievements highlight not only their individual talents but also the growing prominence and excitement surrounding women's golf. As the season progresses and new talents emerge, it’s clear that the future of women’s golf is bright and full of promise.