The Korda family isn’t new to the limelight, with a lineage steeped in athletic prowess. Their father, Petr Korda, clinched the 1998 Australian Open, and their mother, Regina, graced the Olympic tennis courts, setting a high bar for their offspring. Nelly and Jessica have both made significant marks on the LPGA, while Sebastian is fast making a name for himself in professional tennis.
A Brother’s Humble Admission
The incident that sparked widespread discussion occurred after Sebastian’s notable victory over World No. 7 Daniil Medvedev at the Australian Open in January 2023. Despite his success, Sebastian humbly dubbed himself the “worst athlete” in their family. This self-deprecating comment did not sit well with Nelly, the current World No. 1 golfer, who was quick to jump to her brother’s defense.
“It’s complete BS. He’s the best. Honestly, he’s the best. His hand-eye coordination is unbelievable. His swing—I’m jealous of his swing actually. It’s crazy. He’s a lefty. He’s a natural righty, but he plays golf lefty,” Nelly passionately retorted in a statement later shared by Golf Week.
She didn’t stop there. Highlighting Sebastian’s versatile athletic skills, she continued, “He played hockey lefty. I mean, he grew up playing hockey. He was pretty good at it, too. Like he skates really nicely, plays golf nicely, plays tennis beautifully.”
The Unique Swing of Sebastian Korda
In a candid moment, Nelly shared her admiration for Sebastian’s golf swing, a sport where she herself excels. “It’s funny, he swings it lefty which is really nice. He doesn’t change his hands and he swings it righty and still pures it. Yeah, it’s just, he’s special. He’s one of a kind.”
Sebastian’s golf prowess isn’t just a casual hobby. He revealed to Sky Sports, “I do have a pretty good golf swing, yeah. I have been playing golf basically my whole life because I would just be around my sisters. I have never taken a lesson, but I have a pretty good golf swing.”
More Than Just a Tennis Player
At 24, Sebastian has already secured two ATP singles titles and one doubles title, reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 15. His skills extend beyond the tennis courts to the golf greens, where he could likely hold his own against other multi-talented sports figures. Discussing potential golf matches among tennis players, Sebastian noted, “I know there is a couple of guys on tour, I know that Casper Ruud, he’s around a 2 (handicap), and I think Jack Sock said he’s around a 2, as well. We’d have a pretty good match if we played.”
What might seem like a trivial family anecdote reveals much about the foundation of respect and support that defines the Korda siblings’ relationship. Nelly’s robust defense of her brother not only showcases her love and pride in his achievements but also reminds us that in a family of champions, everyone shines in their own unique way.
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