Justin Thomas is having a busy 2025, balancing his PGA Tour schedule with his commitments to TGL, while also keeping a close eye on the LPGA Tour, particularly world number one Nelly Korda. The two golfers recently exchanged a lighthearted moment on social media, when Thomas jokingly told Korda, “Ffs Nelly… We play golf for a living. Go inside” as she practiced in the rain, with a caption, “This is some British Open weather.” Korda’s sister Jessica also chimed in, telling her to “go home,” but Korda took it all in stride.
Speaking at the Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass press conference, Korda addressed the recent exchange with Thomas, explaining her approach to practice and competition. “I like to take one day off a week, and golf is a type of sport that you play in all sorts of weather,” Korda said. She emphasized the importance of working on her technique, even in less-than-ideal conditions, noting that it helps her prepare for the challenges of competition. “Sometimes you just got to practice in it, too,” Korda said, highlighting her willingness to adapt to different conditions.
Korda’s focus on her craft is evident in her preparation for the Ford Championship, where she will defend her title against a talented field of competitors. With these practices, Korda will be looking to continue her strong form and assert her position as the world’s top female golfer. With her calm and focused approach, Korda is poised to make a strong showing at the Ford Championship, where she will aim to have “a calm mind going into the next day.”
It’s not only Korda who trains herself to play in a little sprinkle or heavy rain; there are many golfers who do the same, and they actually do it exceptionally well.
Golfers who shine in the rain
Brooks Koepka, for instance, has proven himself to be a star in big tournaments, and his performance in the rain is no exception. He won the 2023 PGA Championship in the rain and also surged into the lead at Augusta before a rain delay. Koepka himself acknowledged the challenges of playing in the rain, saying, “Yeah, it’s obviously super difficult… You’ve got to make some pressure putts. You know it was going to be a difficult day. You’ve just got to grind through it and try to salvage something.”
Another golfer who excels in rainy conditions is Matt Fitzpatrick. The Englishman has a wealth of experience playing in the rain and has even welcomed it at times. At the 2023 Augusta tournament, Fitzpatrick saw the rain as a positive development, saying “I look at previous performances here when it’s been really, really windy, really sort of cold, or where you’ve kind of got to be gritty… Yeah, I would say that definitely suits me.” Fitzpatrick’s ability to perform well in challenging conditions is likely due in part to his meticulous approach to tracking his game, having recorded every single golf shot he’s taken since turning 15. Have you ever played golf in the rain? Let us know in the comment section below!
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