Nelly Korda Advances to Quarterfinals in T-Mobile Match Play, Eyes Fourth Consecutive Victory

Nelly Korda continues her impressive run at the T-Mobile Match Play in North Las Vegas, Nevada, as she secured a spot in the quarterfinals after shooting a 3-under 69 for a three-day total of 1 under par. Korda, the current top-ranked player and sixth seed in the tournament, will face off against third-seeded Angel Yin in the next round.

Leona Maguire claimed the top seed with a 6-under total and will be up against Moriya Jutanugarn in the quarterfinals. The other matchups include Minami Katsu vs. Narin An, Rose Zhang vs. Sei Young Kim. The semifinals are set for Saturday afternoon, with the final scheduled for Sunday.

Five of the final eight players are ranked in the top 40, including defending champion Sei Young Kim and rising star Rose Zhang. Zhang, who won two national championships at Stanford, expressed her excitement for the match play format, citing her past experiences in team events as motivation.

Despite challenging weather conditions and a tough course at Shadow Creek, the quarterfinalists showcased their skills and determination to advance in the tournament. Korda, in particular, thrived in the adverse weather, using her creativity to navigate the course effectively.

As Korda aims to make history by winning a fourth consecutive LPGA Tour event, she faces stiff competition from the likes of Maguire, who has shown consistency and resilience throughout the tournament. With the quarterfinal matchups heating up, fans can expect thrilling battles on the course as the players vie for a spot in the semifinals. Stay tuned for live coverage of the quarterfinals on LPGA.com.