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Nelly Korda has reclaimed the world number one ranking after a commanding win at the Chevron Championship.

The American secured victory by five shots, marking her second title at the event in the past three seasons.

Final Round Performance

Korda finished the tournament at 18-under-par, comfortably ahead of her closest challengers:

Patty Tavatanakit (-13)

Ruoning Yin (-13)

She started the final round strongly with early birdies but dropped shots on the back nine, narrowly missing the tournament record.

Rankings Shake-Up

The victory sees Korda overtake Jeeno Thitikul in the world rankings after the Thai star missed the cut.

This win further strengthens Korda’s position as one of the leading players in women’s golf.

Mental Strength Key to Win

Korda described the final round as mentally challenging, especially while protecting a significant lead.

She credited her support system, including her family and caddie, for helping her stay focused and composed under pressure.

Career Milestone

The 27-year-old now has three major titles, adding this win to her previous success at the Women's PGA Championship in 2021.

She also extends her tally to 17 LPGA Tour victories, underlining her consistency at the highest level.

Tournament Highlights

Korda impressed early with back-to-back rounds of 65 before maintaining control over the weekend with steady performances.

Despite missing out on the all-time scoring record, her overall dominance ensured a comfortable win.

What This Means

Luke Littler made darts history by becoming the youngest ever world number one at just 18, defeating Luke Humphries 16-11 in the Grand Slam of Darts final in Wolverhampton. QuickTV Sports Replay brings fans every intense leg, strategic checkout, and game-defining moment from Littler’s stunning achievement.

Littler Secures World Number One Status 🎯💥

Littler’s semi-final triumph over Danny Noppert, a 16-9 win, guaranteed him the top spot in the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) rankings, regardless of the final’s result. But Littler didn’t stop there—he dominated the final, winning 10 of the last 13 legs against Humphries to retain his Grand Slam title and stay unbeaten in the tournament. At 18, he surpasses Michael van Gerwen, who became number one at 24, setting a new milestone in darts history. QuickTV Sports Replay captures every high-pressure leg as Littler cements his position at the summit. 🎯🔥

Final Filled with Twists and Turnarounds 🎯💥

The championship final was a tense, back-and-forth battle. Littler raced to a 2-0 lead, only for Humphries to respond with four straight legs and seize a 4-2 advantage. The pivotal moment arrived at 10-9 when Humphries attempted a 170 checkout and missed, giving Littler the chance to hit a perfect 160 finish. From that moment, Littler seized control, never looking back. QuickTV Sports Replay allows fans to relive every clutch leg and decisive checkout that shaped the title. 🎯🔥

Precision and Consistency on Display 🎯💥

Littler’s semi-final performance mirrored his final, overcoming an 8-6 deficit against Noppert to claim 10 of the next 11 legs and finish with a 102.62 average. Humphries had averaged 106.25 in his semi-final victory over Gerwyn Price, hitting 16 180s, and held onto number one for just one more match. QuickTV Sports Replay highlights Littler’s remarkable accuracy and steady composure at every stage, demonstrating why he is now at the top of the sport. 🎯🔥

A Rivalry That Will Define the Sport 🎯💥

Humphries, despite losing the top spot, remains motivated. “I am going to win the Worlds,” he said, eager to challenge Littler again. Littler echoed the sentiment: “One and two, we're going to meet in the final if we get past our opponents…you’re going to see many more great games.” QuickTV Sports Replay showcases the intensity and skill that set these two young players apart from the rest of the field. 🎯🔥

A New Era in Darts 🎯💥

With £1,850,000 in earnings over the two-year Order of Merit, Littler’s ascent to number one is historic. QuickTV Sports Replay allows fans to experience every decisive leg, strategic checkout, and moment of brilliance from Littler’s Grand Slam victory. His hunger to maintain the top spot signals the beginning of an era defined by his rivalry with Humphries and unparalleled skill at the oche. Fans can expect more legendary clashes as the world’s top two continue to push each other to new heights. 🎯🔥