Often Deemed as the Next Tiger Woods, Rose Zhang Falls a Mile Short, Shocking the Golfing World With a Sudden Downfall

In the world of golf, rising stars often emerge, capturing the imagination of fans and pundits alike. One such name that has been on everyone’s lips is Rose Zhang. A young golfer who has been frequently hailed as the next Tiger Woods.

However, the recent turn of events at the 2023 Dana Open has sent shockwaves through the golfing world. Zhang’s performance fell far short of expectations, and the young prodigy experienced a sudden downfall. But what was the reason behind her sudden upset?

Rose Zhang suffers a saddening upset at the 2023 Dana Open

All eyes were on Rose Zhang as she teed off at the highly anticipated 2023 Dana Open. With high hopes and aspirations, the tournament represented a crucial moment in her fledgling professional career. The golf world eagerly anticipated her performance, expecting her to continue her impressive run.

However, to the surprise and disappointment of fans and analysts alike, Zhang’s journey at the Dana Open took an unexpected turn. In a shocking turn of events, she missed the cut after posting rounds of 66 and 77. It was a significant setback for the young golfer, who had been consistently performing well since turning professional and even put on a brilliant game in the first round.

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As per Golfweek’s recent report, Zhang cited fatigue as a contributing factor to her disappointing performance. She mentioned that she had “caught a cold” and experienced a challenging travel experience, enduring “a nine-hour delay” and arriving in Ohio at 3 a.m. on Tuesday.

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Despite her exhaustion, Zhang managed to play well in the opening round, shooting a solid 5-under par. However, her tiredness caught up with her on the second day, leading to six bogeys and no birdies, resulting in a disappointing 6-over 77.

Why were the expectations for Zhang so high?

Rose Zhang had garnered comparisons to the legendary Tiger Woods, setting high expectations for her professional career. Her transition from the amateur ranks was met with excitement and anticipation. She had displayed remarkable skill and poise on the course, leading many to believe she could become the dominant force in women’s golf.

In her early professional events, Zhang lived up to the hype. She won the Mizuho Americas Open in her first event and followed it up with a tie for eighth at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Her strong performances continued with a tied-ninth finish at the U.S. Women’s Open.

Following those stunning performances in her first 3 events (2 of them majors) as a golf pro, it’s not difficult to see why many expected her to come out on top at the Dana Open. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case, but perhaps when she heads on to the course next, Zhang will be back in the top form she was in until last week. But whether or not that will happen, only time will tell!

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