Upper Deck has signed golfer Nelly Korda to an exclusive deal, the company announced Tuesday morning.
Korda, a two-time Major winner in the LPGA and the winner of a gold medal for Team USA at the 2020 Olympic Games, is currently ranked No. 2 in the world and has been a mainstay atop the leaderboards since turning pro at age 17.
Upper Deck already boasts Tiger Woods as a longtime athlete partner, and this latest signing marks an extended commitment to the world of golf, building on its roster which already includes Collin Morikawa, Rose Zhang and Lydia Ko.
In addition to a new Upper Deck Authenticated memorabilia collection highlighting her career, Korda will also appear on a Young Guns trading card as part of 2026 Upper Deck Golf.
“Upper Deck has a long history of working with world-class athletes like Nelly who transcend their sport and become cultural icons,” said Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, in a statement. “She can bring new collectors to the hobby, and in turn we’ll deliver the Upper Deck standard: premium trading cards and memorabilia that reflect Nelly as a one-of-a-kind athlete.”
Currently, Korda’s most valuable card is her 2020 S.I. For Kids, which has sold for as much as $1,000.
“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,” Korda said in a statement.
“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.”
Will Stern is a reporter and editor for cllct, the premier company for collectible culture.