Nelly Korda Ties for Second at Grant Thornton: Strong Mixed-Team Finish with Denny McCarthy Caps Resilient 2025 Season
Nelly Korda ended 2025 on a high note, tying for second at the Grant Thornton Invitational alongside partner Denny McCarthy. The mixed PGA-LPGA event at Tiburón Golf Club saw the duo card a final-round 63, finishing at 25-under — just three shots behind winners Lauren Coughlin and Andrew Novak.
Playing scramble, foursomes, and fourballs formats, Korda’s length off the tee and clutch putting shone brightly. “Such a fun week growing the game,” she said post-round, beaming after her engagement announcement days earlier. McCarthy praised her short game wizardry.
The runner-up check capped a resilient year: no wins but nine top-10s, nearly $3M earned, and zero missed cuts. Statistical gains across the board proved her elite status despite a record 29 different winners on tour.
Freshly engaged and debuting new equipment, Korda heads into the PNC Championship with dad Petr before a lighter 2026 slate. This strong finish wasn’t a trophy, but it was a statement: she’s healthy, happy, and primed for greatness. The golf world knows — Nelly’s fire is burning bright.
