After ‘Stripping’ Backlash, Nelly Korda Protects USA Caddies With Proud Confession: ‘Best Part of the Week’

The Solheim Cup is known for its intense competition, but this year, it made headlines for a different reason. During the tournament, Team USA’s Alison Lee made an impressive eagle shot, prompting a light-hearted celebration from her caddie, Taylor “Shota” Takada, and Megan Khang’s caddie, Jack Fulghum.

The two caddies playfully removed their shirts in front of a lively crowd, sparking both applause and criticism. While some fans and players, like Pablo Larrazabal, felt the display was inappropriate, others, including Max Homa and Michelle Wie West, defended it as harmless fun. This celebration had been pre-planned among the caddies as a bet for great shots during the competition.

Nelly Korda, one of Team USA’s top players, later reflected on her experience at the Solheim Cup, highlighting the camaraderie and joy she felt throughout the event. In a press conference, Korda shared that the best part of the week wasn’t just the victory but the bonds she formed with her teammates.

She emphasized the fun atmosphere and the ease with which the team connected, keeping things light and supporting each other. Korda also humorously thanked Charley Hull on social media for a “humbling” match, despite their on-course rivalry. For Korda and Team USA, the event was a memorable and enjoyable experience, despite the mixed reactions to the shirtless celebration.