From winning on the green, to winning over a hometown: November 2nd, 2026 is officially “Nelly Korda Day” in Bradenton

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - It was a very special occasion in Bradenton on Monday evening, and a day one legendary athlete who hails from the area won’t forget anytime soon.Fans of professional golf will likely know the name Nelly Korda. She’s one of the most well known, and arguably the best women’s golfer in the entire world. Fortunately for us, she happens to hail from the Suncoast.On Monday at Bradenton City Hall, Korda was recognized for her incredible accomplishments in the sport of golf, including being a multi-time LPGA tour event champion and an Olypmic gold medalist.She was given a key to the city of Bradenton, and she fielded questions from several inspired area students in attendance.It was also proclaimed that November 2nd, 2026 will be known as “Nelly Korda Day” in Bradenton.Korda answered questions like “what foods does she eat to prepare for the greens?” and “which is her favorite club?” to which she answered “all of them,” so that they ‘don’t misbehave.’It was a memorable