Nelly Korda hugs new journalist ‘overwhelmed’ to interview her first star player, says she’s ‘very honored’

Nelly Korda sits tied for eighth place, heading into the final round of the 2024 CME Group Tour Championship. Fresh off a win at the Annika last week, the World No. 1 golfer is seeking her eighth title of the season this weekend at the Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida.

Following the conclusion of her stellar second round, Korda headed into a very wholesome post-round interview with Sophia Popov, a German LPGA Tour professional. The 2024 Rolex Player of the Year was Popov’s first interview outing as a journalist.

The German golfer said (via X @LPGA):

“That’s awesome! Obviously, I wish you all the best for the rest of the weekend and I’m very honoured you were my first interview.”

Korda followed up the interview by congratulating her with a hug and complimenting her on how “great” she did. As the LPGA Tour superstar was walking away, the crowd showered in compliments for Popov as she went to high-five Korda.

Here’s a look into the scene at the 2024 CME Group Tour Championship (via X @LPGA):

Nelly Korda’s 2024 CME Group Tour Championship Rounds 1, 2, and 3 Recap

Nelly Korda opened up the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship with an even-par 72 score that left her tied for 44th place. Determined to go home with her eighth title of the year and a grand winner’s cheque worth $4 million, she fired up a stellar bogey-free second round.

The 26-year-old followed up a six under par 66 second-round score with a three under par 69 on the third day. Here’s a look into her scorecard over the last three days at the Tiburon Golf Club: