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Rose Zhang speaks at the trophy ceremony after winning the Augusta National Women s Amateur in a playoff over Jenny Bae at Augusta National Golf Club on April 01, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY AUG20230401124 JOHNxANGELILLO
The rising star of the LPGA Tour, Rose Zhang, has been turning heads in the golfing community. Kicking off her career by breaking Tiger Woods’ NCAA record was an excellent start to her rise to fame. After all, who wouldn’t take notice of the Amateur Golfer who accomplished more than Woods before she even went pro.
The entire world of golf is in a tizzy, debating if she can take over Woods’ legacy. The golf legend created a notch for himself in the world of this elegant sport that very few players can touch. But Rose Zhang is not just any player. And she also might just be a Swiftie.
Learning more about Rose Zhang’s guilty pleasures
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The KPMG LPGA Championship is a much-awaited major, largely thanks to Rose Zhang making headlines with her decision to go pro. KPMG offered her a sponsored exemption as well to encourage her professional career. Therefore, it was only befitting that her fans get to know more about the amateur female golfer who is challenging the likes of Tiger Woods.
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In a round of ‘Catching up with Rose Zhang,’ added on the LPGA Tour’s official Instagram page, a rapid-fire round was played to get to know the newly-pro golfer, providing some new titbits about the emerging athlete. Her primary passion is golf, and she has proved that again and again. But she also doesn’t shy away from sharing her guilty pleasures.
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During the interview, the reporter delved into the personal taste of Zhang, asking questions related to her pop-culture preferences. When asked about her favorite Taylor Swift song, Zhang answered almost instantly that it’s Red. Her swift response to name the country singer’s top hit may be indicative that she is a Swiftie.
She also mentioned that her favorite Disney movie was Mulan. Both her answers make fans wonder about her affinity for strong female characters. Zhang herself is carrying a huge responsibility on her shoulder as a female golfer. Her appreciation of Taylor Swift’s ‘Red speaks massively about her willingness to brush off negativity and overcome obstacles to shine brighter!
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Seeing as Rose Zhang is a golfing celebrity, the reporter further indulged in her preferences and experience in the sport so far.
When asked about her experience at the Mizuho Americas Open, her very first taste of the Pro-golfing world, Rose Zhang smiled and said she had to think about it. Truth be told, summing up such a crucial event in her life in just three words must have been a tough challenge. She took her time and answered, “Exciting. Wholesome. Chaotic.” That pretty much sums up her first debut win as a pro, which she will remember and reflect upon for the rest of her life. She also added that “There were about 500 (unread messages)” on her phone after the event to congratulate her.
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Sport Themen der Woche KW22 Sport Bilder des Tages Golf: Mizuho Americas Open Rose Zhang of the United States holds up the trophy after winning the Mizuho Americas Open golf tournament in her professional debut on June 4, 2023, at Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, New Jersey.
The reporter pursued her golf-related interests beginning with the toughest course, which she said is “Carnoustie” in Scotland. Her favorite swing on the course is Justin Thomas, and her favorite snacks during gameplay are “Almonds, trail mix, and bananas.”
Everything about her answers reflects the internal deliberation of Rose Zhang and her capabilities on the course. Her response to her favorite song was swift but the more important aspect of her career required meditation. It shows that Zhang is someone who thinks about her moves carefully before making them. It may be one of the primary reasons why she is often referred to as the Female Tiger Woods of Golf.
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All in all, Rose Zhang’s guilty pleasures provide an insight into her strong personality that drives her on the golf course and motivates her to keep striving in the face of adversity.
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