Rose Zhang won the World Amateur Championship in Augusta, Georgia in a playoff against Danish golfer Puk Lyng Thomsen. Zhang is the first Chinese-American golfer to win the tournament.

ANWA: Rose Zhang crowned in Augusta

Rose Zhang World Amateur Champion ©Augusta National Women's Amateur

18-year-old golfer Rose Zhang scored a historic victory at the World Amateur Championship in Augusta. The young prodigy finished the tournament with an overall score of -10 under par after playing scores of 68, 71, 69 and 68 respectively in the four rounds. It was the first time that this championship was held on this mythical course, which each year hosts the prestigious Masters tournament.

Zhang's victory is all the more remarkable as she won the tournament in an intense playoff against Danish golfer Puk Lyng Thomsen. The playoff took place on hole 18, where Zhang landed an excellent tee shot, followed by a superb approach shot. She then made her birdie putt, earning her the win.

Zhang called the win "phenomenal" and expressed her gratitude to everyone who supported her throughout her career, including her parents and coaches. “I wouldn't be here without their support and encouragement. They pushed me to give my best in every competition,” she said.

The young golfer also revealed that golfing legend Tiger Woods encouraged her to pursue her professional golfing career.

Zhang said: " Tiger always supported me and told me to keep working hard and persevering in this sport. It's amazing to know that he has confidence in me and in my abilities.

By winning this competition, Zhang also etched his name in golf history. She is the first Chinese-American golfer to win the World Amateur Championship, which is a source of great pride for the Chinese-American community.

Zhang's victory is also a sign of her determination and exceptional skill. She started playing golf at the age of five and won many youth competitions throughout her career. She has also represented the United States in international competitions, including at the Youth Olympics in 2018.

Zhang expressed her determination to keep working hard and pursuing her dream of becoming a successful professional golfer. "I'm excited for the future and ready to work even harder to achieve my goals," she said.

Zhang's victory was also hailed by Tiger Woods, who tweeted, "Congratulations to Rose Zhang on winning the World Amateur Championship in Augusta. A remarkable win for an incredibly talented young player.” In conclusion, Rose Zhang's victory at the World Amateur Championship in Augusta is a remarkable achievement for this promising young golfer. This exceptional performance is proof of her talent and her potential to become one of the best professional golfers in the world. We can't wait to follow her career and see how far she can go in the world of golf.

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