Major winner Nelly Korda expresses mixed feelings about the new Women’s Tomorrow Golf League, criticizing the concept and leaving her participation open.
The Tomorrow Golf League (TGL) announced earlier this year its expansion to include the LPGA Tour from late 2026, creating the Women’s Tomorrow Golf League (WTGL) featuring top LPGA players. While the WTGL has revealed participants such as world number one Jeeno Thitikul, three-time Olympic medalist Lydia Ko, and seven-time U.S. Solheim Cup player Lexi Thompson, two-time major and Olympic champion Nelly Korda’s name was notably absent.
Nelly Korda Shares Critical Views on WTGL
On Tuesday, Korda spoke to American golf magazine Golfweek during a practice session at Lake Nona Golf and Country Club in Orlando, Florida. She expressed mixed feelings about WTGL and criticized TGL: “I’m surprised that other players haven’t spoken out. It’s really a shame we’re not playing alongside the men. There’s no better way to develop golf, and it would have been revolutionary. I believe it would be the first time men and women stood on the same course competing for the same prize money. But I am also glad we have this opportunity. Those are my mixed feelings.”
Korda also suggested that instead of creating a separate women’s version of TGL, integrating one woman into existing men’s teams could have been possible. She mentioned that many LPGA Tour colleagues share similar thoughts.
New WTGL Commitments: Zhang and Woad Join
Recently, WTGL announced two additional signings: Rose Zhang and Lottie Woad, who will compete at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, from late 2026. The 27-year-old Korda said she is still considering participation. “I’m still weighing the time commitment,” she said. “I haven’t thought much about it yet because I’m fully focused on season preparation. Logistically, I think they still have many details to sort out. So I will evaluate my options soon.”
The Tomorrow Golf League was founded by career Grand Slam winners Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland and Tiger Woods from the United States, together with former NBC Sports manager Mike McCarley. The second season of the innovative men’s indoor league started on December 28, 2025, and is broadcast live on Sky.