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Hours Before Rose Zhang’s Pro Debut, $3.21B Brand Comrade Jon Rahm Makes Her Feel ‘Honored’ With a Meaningful Message

Published 06/01/2023, 7:33 AM EDT

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Rose Zhang is a name that has come to be associated with talent and elegance. The 20-year-old has achieved all there is to achieve as an amateur golfer. She has become part of history that will compare her name with other success stories that are yet to be accomplished. With her bag of accomplishments, she is going to move toward the 2023 Mizuho Americas Open, her first event as a professional!

As the golfer steps onto the Liberty Golf Course, she is undoubtedly met with high expectations. Amid all the anticipation surrounding Zhang, a boost of confidence is always appreciated. And that is exactly what Jon Rahm provided the young athlete with through his wholesome message just hours ago!

Jon Rahm voices a significant message for Rose Zhang

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As Zhang prepares herself for her professional debut on the LPGA Tour today, she was showered with well wishes from none other than the Spaniard golf star. In the recent video uploaded by Callaway Golf, the PGA Tour star recorded a short clip. He congratulated Zhang on one of the biggest moments of her life, as illustrated by the Instagram handle, “@jonrahm with a congratulatory message for @rosezhang as she turns pro 🌹.

The 2023 Masters champion went on to list a few of Zhang’s “incredible” achievements, which included her 12 wins and the Augusta National Women’s Amateur. He further added, “I am really impressed“. And coming from such a golf great like Rahm, it will certainly add to the young golfer’s morale this week.

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Rahm ended the video with words of encouragement and welcomed the 2020 U.S. Women’s Amateur winner to the “Callaway family,” considering that they were now brand buddies. He said, “Your future is very bright. So, best of luck! Welcome to the Callaway family. I know they are going to treat you very well, as well as they treated me. And they are going to support you in every step of the way.”

 

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Legally known as Topgolf Callaway Brands Corporation, Callaway is a golf equipment company that is associated with many renowned golfers, including Jon Rahm, who joined the brand in 2021, and Rose Zhang. The company holds a great reputation, with the market cap of $3.21 billion as of May 31, 2023.

Rahm’s thoughtful message was also met with appreciation from Zhang. She took to Instagram and re-posted the video on her story and wrote, So honored 🫠,” appreciating the PGA Tour pro for his kind words.

Rose Zhang’s professional debut at the 2023 Mizuho Americas Open

After shattering the record of the legendary Tiger Woods, Zhang made one of the most significant decisions as a golfer. Through a beautiful and humble Instagram post, she announced her shift from an amateur golfer to a professional player. She said, “I am excited to announce that I am officially turning professional and will be making my debut at the @mizuholpga next week!

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She further mentioned the endless support and inspiration she has received from so many people. “From my teammates to my coaches and trainers, to my friends and my family—you have all been integral in my journey, shaping me as a person and player while making sacrifices for my success. You have made it possible for me to pursue my dreams,” Zhang said.

 

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Now, the Sandford golfer, after several amateur feats, would compete on a 120-player field, which also has 24 junior golfers playing a 72-hole stableford. The 2023 Mizuho Americas Open is sure to witness some talented gameplay. And such a nerve-wracking competition will undoubtedly challenge the young Zhang and help her transition into a skilled professional.

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Areeba Basharat

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Areeba Basharat is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. She drives inspiration from the women players at the LPGA who've taken the sport to a level that allows female golfers to flourish and thrive with grace. Areeba defines her love for the sport by quoting legend, Michelle Wie West : "The first time I grabbed a golf club, I knew that I would do it for the rest of my life."
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Sheldon Pereira

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