Nelly Korda Opens Up About an Unexpected Childhood Moment With Sebastian That Left Fans in Tears
In a recent interview that’s touching hearts across the sports world, golf star Nelly Korda opened up about an emotional and unexpected moment she shared with her younger brother, tennis pro Sebastian Korda, during their childhood.
Reflecting on their early days growing up in a competitive, sports-driven family, Nelly recalled a time when she and Sebastian attempted to play a doubles tennis match together — with dreams of being an unbeatable sibling team. But instead of triumph, the moment ended in frustration, disappointment, and eventually, tears.
“We didn’t know what we were doing,” Nelly admitted with a nostalgic smile. “We were trying to play like pros, but we kept arguing, missing shots, and eventually both of us just sat down on the court and started crying. We were little. It meant the world to us at the time.”
The story quickly resonated with fans online, many of whom were moved by the raw honesty and the reminder that even champions start somewhere — often with failure, emotion, and a little sibling drama.
Today, both Nelly and Sebastian are world-class athletes in their own right, but this moment from their past serves as a reminder of where they came from — and how much they’ve grown.
“Looking back, it’s kind of funny,” Nelly said. “But in that moment, it felt like the end of the world. Now, it’s one of my favorite memories with him.”
