Tommy Fleetwood has broken his silence for the first time, speaking out in defense of Nelly Korda in the wake of the online attacks, threats and insults she has endured following her recent performance. He declared: “What people are doing to Korda is nothing less than an insult to the entire golf community. How can you be so cruel as to turn your back on a 27-year-old young woman who carries the faith and pride of America on her shoulders?” The moment Korda heard these words, she burst into tears. Her emotional response made Fleetwood not only emotional but also more proud than ever before.
Tommy Fleetwood Defends Nelly Korda: “An Insult to the Entire Golf Community” ⛳💔
For the first time since the storm of online abuse against Nelly Korda, fellow golf star Tommy Fleetwood has spoken out—and his words are shaking the golf world.
Addressing the threats and insults hurled at Korda after her recent performance, Fleetwood declared:
“What people are doing to Korda is nothing less than an insult to the entire golf community. How can you be so cruel as to turn your back on a 27-year-old young woman who carries the faith and pride of America on her shoulders?”
The moment Nelly Korda heard his words, she broke down in tears. Those who witnessed the scene say Fleetwood himself became emotional, moved by her vulnerability and courage.
Far from being a mere defense, his statement reminded the world of what’s at stake: respect, unity, and the humanity of athletes who give their all under the brightest spotlights.
Fleetwood now says he’s “more proud than ever” of Korda—not only as a competitor, but as a person who continues to stand tall despite the storm.
