Nelly Korda Just Dropped Major Engagement News

Just when you thought the post-Thanksgiving food coma was the biggest news of the week, Nelly Korda decided to wake everyone up with a bombshell announcement.

While the rest of us were fighting over leftover turkey, the 27-year-old golf superstar casually dropped on Instagram that she’s engaged. Talk about a power move.

In a move that screams “main character energy,” Korda posted a carousel of stunning photos the day after Thanksgiving. The caption, “In this life… & the next 💍,” accompanied by dreamy shots of her and her new fiancé, Casey Gunderson, basically broke the golf corner of the internet.

The photos, taken by Outer Banks photographer Kasey Powell, are a mix of beachy romance and what looks like a very cool, retro speakeasy vibe. We see you, Nelly.

1. Who is Nelly Korda’s New Fiancé?

So, who’s the guy who put a ring on it? While Korda has always been notoriously private about her life off the course—a respectable choice in a world of oversharing—the big reveal introduces us to Casey Gunderson. A little digging shows he’s not just a pretty face; Gunderson is a former Division I football player from Bryant University and currently holds the title of Vice President at Florida Engineering. Brains, brawn, and he landed one of the world’s top athletes. Not bad. Of course, the family had to chime in. Big sister and fellow LPGA pro, Jessica Korda, couldn’t resist a cheeky comment, posting, “Sorry boys, she’s off the market.” It’s the kind of sibling support we love to see, especially when it involves a little bit of playful gloating. Let’s be real, this engagement is just the cherry on top of a wild few weeks for Korda. She wrapped up her ninth season on the LPGA Tour with a strong solo third-place finish at the CME Group Tour Championship.

2. Korda’s Whirlwind End to 2025

A win may have eluded her in 2025, but she didn’t miss a single cut all year and racked up an impressive nine top-10 finishes. In a sport as punishingly difficult as golf, that kind of consistency is nothing short of incredible. It wasn’t just on the course where she was making waves. Korda teamed up with WNBA phenom Caitlin Clark for the pro-am at The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican. This epic pairing wasn’t just a one-off; it was their second year in a row playing together. Adding to the hype, Korda launched her own Player Exclusive golf shoe with Nike, which unsurprisingly sold out almost immediately. When you’ve got game and style, the world takes notice. And speaking of taking notice, how about the shoutouts from NBA legend LeBron James? The King himself was spotted dropping comments on Korda’s highlight reels during her final two tournaments. When you’re getting props from LeBron, you know you’ve officially made it.

3. What’s Next for Korda?

Don’t expect her to kick back and just plan a wedding. Korda’s schedule is still packed. She’s set to compete at the Grant Thornton Invitational from December 12-14. Then, she’ll cap off the year by teaming up with her dad, tennis legend Petr Korda, at the PNC Championship in Orlando from December 18-21. It’s a family affair that showcases the incredible athletic dynasty of the Korda family. While 2025 might not have been her most dominant year in terms of trophies, this engagement feels like the biggest win of all. In a year where golfers have been hard-launching relationships left and right (we’re looking at you, Tiger), Korda’s surprise announcement takes the cake. It was slick, stylish, and completely on her own terms. So, congratulations to the happy couple! We can’t wait to see what’s next for Nelly Korda, both on and off the course. One thing’s for sure: she knows how to keep us all on our toes.

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