Golf superstar Nelly Korda is known for her calm composure on the course and fierce competitiveness, but recently she showed a more personal side of herself that left fans both surprised and charmed. In a candid moment during a fan Q&A session, the world No. 1 golfer opened up about a memory from her early teenage years — her very first kiss — and fans can’t stop talking about it.
A Sweet, Unexpected Story
While answering questions about her personal life, one curious fan asked the question many didn’t expect to get answered: “Who was your first kiss, and what was it like?” To everyone’s amazement, Korda didn’t hesitate to respond.
“It was super innocent, honestly,” she said with a smile. “We were both nervous, and it was during a summer tennis camp. I was maybe 13 or 14. His name was Max. He was from Australia, and I remember he had the funniest accent.”
She went on to explain that they had been paired up for doubles at the camp, and over the two weeks, they became friends. “Nothing serious,” she added, laughing. “We were just kids. But for some reason, I still remember it really clearly.”
Fans Go Wild Over the Reveal
The revelation immediately caused a stir online. Fans flooded social media with reactions, ranging from admiration for her openness to amusement at the simplicity of the story.
“She’s so real — no drama, just a cute first kiss at tennis camp!” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Another wrote, “Imagine being ‘Max from Australia’ right now. He has NO idea he was Nelly Korda’s first kiss and that the whole world just found out!”
Some fans even joked that Max might now be the most envied man in the sports world.
Why the Story Matters
What struck many people was not just who the kiss was with, but how relatable Korda’s story felt. Despite being a multi-million dollar athlete with global fame, her memory of an awkward teenage moment reminded fans that even the biggest stars have sweet, human experiences.
“Nelly’s first kiss story is everything—awkward, funny, and kind of perfect,” one commenter wrote. “Makes me love her even more.”
Korda Keeps It Real
Korda is often seen as reserved compared to other athletes in the spotlight, but moments like this reveal the personality behind the championship trophies. Whether she’s on the green or reminiscing about her teen years, fans are loving her honest and down-to-earth nature.
With the LPGA season in full swing and Korda dominating the leaderboard, it’s refreshing to see the softer side of the champion. And for fans, it’s these little moments — not just the tournament wins — that truly make her unforgettable.
