May 13, 2024, 12:56 PM
May 10, 2024, 12:07 AM

Rose Zhang secures victory at Founders Cup, ending Nelly Korda's winning streak

Highlights
  • Rose Zhang birdied four of her final five holes to win her second LPGA tournament.
  • Nelly Korda's streak of five straight wins came to an end at the Founders Cup.
  • Madelene Sagstrom is one shot clear of Zhang with the next nearest competitor 10 back.
Story

Zhang won against Madelene Sagstrom by two strokes, ending Nelly Korda's winning streak. Zhang felt proud of her growth in the past year. She didn't expect to win, focusing on her own effort. Winning reignited her passion for the game. Zhang played well, shooting a 6-under 66. Korda's winning streak ended, but she remains positive for the future. Sagstrom led but Zhang caught up and won. Korda struggled and finished seventh. Sagstrom played well but lost to Zhang. Zhang and Sagstrom played at Upper Montclair Country Club. Sagstrom had a good round with six birdies. Zhang had seven birdies and two bogeys. Korda finished tied for third. The LPGA Tour record for largest comeback is 10 shots. Korda's streak tied with Sorenstam and Lopez.

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