Nelly Korda Finishes Strong, Takes 2-shot Lead at LPGA Drive on Championship

Nelly Korda of the United States plays a shot from a bunker on the 11th hole during the second round of the LPGA Drive On Championship at Bradenton Country Club in Bradenton, Fla., on on Jan. 26, 2024. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images

BRADENTON, Fla.—Nelly Korda birdied three of her final four holes on Friday to shoot a 4–under 67 and take a two-shot lead midway through the LPGA Drive On Championship.

Seeking her first LPGA Tour victory since 2022, the former world No. 1 was at 10-under 132 through 36 holes at Bradenton Country Club, a Donald Ross-designed course in her hometown that she hasn’t played all that often.