Despite 3-Year Absence, LPGA Pro Allowed to Join Nelly Korda & Others at Elite Orlando Tournament

Despite 3-Year Absence, LPGA Pro Allowed to Join Nelly Korda & Others at Elite Orlando Tournament

Years away from competitive golf usually come with a cost, and it’s not just the performance. Every LPGA golfer needs to maintain their card through annual contests actively. Primarily, it’s just the top 100 on the CME Globe points standings who get a full exemption card. But a unique LPGA policy has allowed Austin Ernst to be back unscathed despite a close to three-year hiatus from professional golf. “I’m still competitive enough that I’d like …