Despite Suffering a Major Setback for the First Time in Her Career, LPGA Star Rose Zhang Writes a Gracious Message to Latest Winner

Every sport is fascinating because of its inherent uncertainty. Those who are winners today can have a rough ride tomorrow. And those who are struggling today can be tomorrow’s champions. That’s the beauty of every sport. You can’t predict when things will change.

However, the athlete has complete control over how they go through their journey. It’s admirable that even in such a competitive and intense situation, we frequently see the value of friendship and support. And in this most recent instance, a painful loss didn’t prevent LPGA star Rose Zhang from celebrating her friend’s victory. Let’s find out!

2023 Mizuho Americas Open winner cheering for her friend

If you’re just getting into golf, Rose Zhang is a shining star. When she won the Mizuho Americas Open in what was her first professional competition, the young phenom stunned everyone. She has become a fan favorite for sure thanks to her recent performances and the fact she broke Tiger Woods’ record of 27 years.

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Zhang, however, was unable to perform her magic at the Dana Open. She fired a 6-over 77 in the second round, missing the cut by two strokes. This was definitely disappointing for her since this is the first time she missed the cut in her short professional career.

She nevertheless celebrated Linn Grant’s Dana Open victory. Zhang posted a Linn Grant story to her Instagram with the caption, “Just too good.” This is definitely a cute gesture from Zhang. Let’s now look at the Grant victory. Keep on reading!

First LPGA Title for the Swedish professional golfer

Grant has had a great time so far on the course. She claimed four Ladies European Tour victories in 2022. She also made history by becoming the first female professional golfer to triumph at a DP World Tour event. But one important thing was consistently absent from her resume: an LPGA win. 

The 24-year-old golfer finally won her first LPGA championship on Sunday. At the Highland Meadows Golf Club in Sylvania, Ohio, she beat all odds to lift the trophy. Grant defeated US Open champion Allisen Corpuz by a margin of three shots. She received $262,500 for her stunning victory.

Her win was not a bed full of roses though. She experienced her fair share of strain and struggle. During her post-round press conference, she revealed all the pressure athletes have to go through. “It doesn’t feel like a cruise. Like, it’s terrible,” she stated. 

The pressure is immense on these stars to perform better and better. But how to cope with it totally depends on the players. These gestures make the athlete a shining star. Zhang will be respected all the more for it.

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