Through the course of time, we have seen countless talented players shoot up the ladder to glory. But it is not so often to spot young, talented prodigies who, even in their budding stages, are showing tremendous prowess. But, luckily, the golfing community recently got to witness the start of a remarkable journey through Rose Zhang.

The 20-year-old has been on the rise with her insane performances at the collegiate level and even broke the record of the GOAT, Tiger Woods. Now that she has stepped into her first big tournament, Zhang opens up about how she manages to keep her composure while being considered the ‘next great player’.

How does Rose Zhang keep up with the rising pressure?

Stepping into the world of golf and expecting to make it to the major leagues is something that many amateur players yearn for. Though not all these dreams come true, Rose Zhang, who is showing tremendous potential, is expected to be the next big prodigy in the course. Soon after she kicked-started her career, she has been having a glorious run, which has now taken her into the Mizuho Americas Open of the LPGA tour. Amidst the ongoing competitive tensions, Zhang revealed how she keeps her composure in these mentally draining times.

“I just genuinely think there are people around me who treat me very normal, treat me as I am, and that keeps me grounded,” stated Zhang when asked about how she handles pressure situations. It seems that the 20-year-old prodigy has created a base of support through the close ones around her. This has been quite fruitful for the young talent.

The newly turned golf pro ended the first round of the $2.75 million event tied for 12th, 2-under-par. Although she currently trails five strokes behind the leader, it is certainly a great start for her professional career. And perhaps over the next 3 days, she can use her mantra to push herself to the top of the leaderboard.

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Zhang finds a morale boost through the support of her loved ones

In the interview, she further added that, thanks to her support system, she no longer has to think about and worry about others’ expectations. This, in turn, enables Rose Zhang to concentrate more on her practice and her in-game performance.

“I think I have people that just want me to do the best I can, and they push me to be better,” commented Rose Zhang. The star talent reiterates how close ones are boosting her to be the best version of herself.

Another way that she perceives these expectations is in the form of compliments. That is, Zhang likes to consider these notions as a form of compliment that people are showering on her.

Do you think these morale boosters and her mantra of composure may help her grab the title in her debut this week? If not, where do you think the skilled golfer will place? Let us know in the comments below!

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