LPGA star Nelly Korda joining Upper Deck as exclusive athlete

It is Nelly Korda’s world and we are all just living in it.

Tuesday saw the official announcement that the two-time major champion is set to join Upper Deck as an exclusive athlete as the brand celebrates their 25th year of producing premium golf collectibles.

Korda got her 2026 season off to a great start by winning the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions (admittedly under some unfortunate circumstances near the end) and is among the most prominent games throughout the entire world of golf. Upper Deck landing her is a huge deal.

Nelly’s trading card will be led by a coveted. Youn gGuns alongside additional inserts in the overall Upper Deck Golf product that launches on Wednesday, February 18th.

Since she turned pro at the age of 17 and won her first professional event that same year, Korda has perennially ranked near the top of the Women’s World Golf Rankings, where she has collectively spent more than 100 weeks as number one. Among her 21 professional titles, she won two major championships in 2021 and 2024, along with a gold medal representing the United States at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. Korda’s 2024 season was historic, as she won seven times on the LPGA Tour, including five tournaments in a row culminating in a major title at the 2024 Chevron Championship. It’s moments like these that will be captured in Upper Deck products, including Upper Deck Golf and Goodwin Champions trading cards, as well as UDA signed memorabilia. Korda’s first collection is available now, offering fans and collectors a curated selection of items to commemorate her achievements. The release features signed polos and visors, as well as original designed prints celebrating her career, with select pieces highlighting her standout 2024 season.

“I’ve seen firsthand the passion and joy that collecting brings to so many people, and the way that Upper Deck honors that passion and creates memorable experiences for collectors and fans. I’m excited to collaborate with Upper Deck and engage with the community,” said Korda. “It isn’t just about creating collectibles; it’s about working with a company that knows how to best represent your brand and help connect with fans all over the world – which Upper Deck has done for years with the most notable athletes of all time.”

Alongside Korda’s UDA collection, 2026 Upper Deck Golf will be available at Certified Diamond Dealers worldwide, mass retailers, as well as Upper Deck’s e-Pack^™ platform. Fans can stay up to date on future trading card sets and memorabilia featuring Korda at UpperDeck.com.

Exciting times.