On March 15, 2025, LPGA Tour star Nelly Korda announced her engagement to businessman Casey Gunderson, sharing professional photographs that quickly garnered significant attention on social media. The post has received nearly 115,000 likes and attracted congratulations from notable figures, including WNBA star Caitlin Clark.
Korda, who is currently ranked No. 2 in the world, recently lost her top spot to Jeeno Thitikul. Her engagement marks a new chapter following her previous relationship with professional hockey player Andreas Athanasiou, which ended in early 2025 after approximately three years. Unlike Athanasiou, Gunderson’s background is rooted in business rather than sports.
Gunderson’s Professional Background
Casey Gunderson graduated from Bryant University and has built a career in the engineering sector. As of now, he serves as the Vice President of Florida Engineering LLC, a company involved in developing both commercial and residential projects across Florida and other states. His career trajectory includes a previous role as the Director of Business Development at the same firm, following an initial position at Bisnow.
While Gunderson did not pursue a professional sports career, he has a history of athletics. In high school, he played football, specifically as a wide receiver at the IMG Academy, which speaks to his competitive spirit, albeit in a different arena compared to Korda’s professional golf career.
Korda’s Recent Performance and Future Aspirations
This engagement follows a challenging year for Korda on the golf course. Despite her personal happiness, she did not secure a victory in 2025, finishing as a runner-up in two major tournaments, including a close finish at the Women’s U.S. Open. This lack of wins contributed to her loss of the World No. 1 status, but she remains hopeful for the upcoming year.
“I feel like there was a lot of ups and downs, and it made me grow a lot mentally,” Korda reflected. “I would say I’m just also very grateful for it because, you know, success is never linear.”
Korda’s resilience and determination have not gone unnoticed. Caitlin Clark, who has developed a friendship with the golfer, praised her work ethic and achievements over the past year, highlighting Korda’s commitment to her craft.
As Korda prepares for her wedding, she is also focused on reclaiming her top position in women’s golf. With the support of her fiancé and friends, including Clark, she is poised to tackle the challenges of the upcoming season with renewed vigor.
