Nelly Beats Biggest Names on PGA Tour

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Publication by EssentiallySports

August 4, 2026

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Pro golf is struggling with the pay gap issue, a known discussion among the LPGA pros. However, despite the difference in purses, Nelly Korda has left behind prominent major champs this season. We will talk about that and give you a detailed breakdown of all things important. Meanwhile, last week’s PGA Tour winner’s words will crack you up; one historic golf club (dating back to 1877) is seeking help after theft of century-old trophies; PGA Tour’s move out of Detroit moves tournament director to tears, and more in this edition.

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Nelly Korda Defied Golf's Pay Gap to Outearn Two Reigning Men's Major Champions

Nelly’s stellar season, including two major titles, has left behind plenty of golfers, including one active former World No. 1.

24-Year-Old PGA Tour Winner’s Ten-Second Confession Explains Why Fans Already Love Him

Over 100-Year-Old Golf Club Suffers Devastating Break-In, Asks Public for Help

“I Will Start Crying”: PGA Tour’s Move Out of Detroit Leaves Director in Tears

Michael Thorbjornsen Could Give Bubble Players a Blessing in Disguise by Continuing Unwanted Tour Trend

In Your Opinion, Who Has Been the Most Consistent Golfer This Season So Far?

Nelly Korda Chris Gotterup Jeeno Thitikul Scottie Scheffler Share Your Pick in the Comments

1945: Lord Byron Nelson wins the Canadian Open, his 11th title of the season. He would go on to win seven more times the same year.
1985: Scott Verplank beats Jim Thorpe at the Western Open playoffs (now the BMW Championship), becoming the first amateur since Gene Littler (1954) to win a PGA Tour event.
2019: Hinako Shibuno wins her first major in her first LPGA event at the AIG Women’s Open. Hinako beat Lizette Salas by 1 stroke
2025: Three-time PGA Tour winner Mike Hill passed away at the age of 86. He was the younger brother of 13-time PGA Tour winner Dave Hill.

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