Nelly Korda has truly etched her name into the annals of sports history with an extraordinary 2024 season, one that has not only brought her victory but also a significant financial boon.
The reigning star of the LPGA Tour and current World No. 1, Korda enjoyed a remarkable year, culminating in her second major triumph at the prestigious Chevron Championship. Her stellar form saw her clinch a total of seven titles during the season, nearly doubling her career wins to an impressive 15, complemented by an astounding 11 top-10 finishes.
As a testament to her prowess on the greens, it has now been confirmed that Korda ranks among the top 10 highest-paid female athletes for 2024. According to a recent report from Sportico.com, she secured the No. 8 spot with an estimated income of $14.4 million, a sum that showcases her exceptional year both on and off the course.
This hefty figure is made up of $4.4 million earned directly from her on-course successes, with the bulk of her earnings stemming from lucrative endorsement deals. While this revenue is undeniably impressive, particularly when set against the backdrop of the comparatively smaller LPGA prize funds, it remains modest when stacked up against the highest earner on the list, tennis sensation Coco Gauff.
Gauff, the talented 20-year-old American, has skyrocketed to fame and fortune, combining $9.4 million in tournament winnings with a staggering $21 million from endorsements, amassing an overall total surpassing $30 million, as per Sportico’s calculations.
Moreover, the report reveals that WNBA icon and passionate golfer Caitlin Clark garnered $11 million in endorsements during 2024, just a million ahead of Korda. Korda is not alone in representing professional golf on this prestigious list; LPGA standout Jeeno Thitikul finds herself in 12th place, significantly aided by her $4 million earnings from the CME Group Tour Championship. Additionally, seasoned LPGA competitor and Olympic gold medalist Lydia Ko ranks 15th, boasting $3.2 million in prize winnings along with $3.5 million from her endorsements.
For context, men’s World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler matched Korda’s tally of seven victories in 2024, yet his on-course earnings eclipsed hers by an astounding margin, tallying over $62 million.
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