Rose Zhang: Sponsors line up for LPGA’s newest star

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Rose Zhang continues to win on and off the golf course.

She gained the Mizuho Americas Open in her LPGA Tour debut, changing into the primary lady since 1951 to take action.

However just a few days earlier than profitable her first LPGA occasion at Liberty Nationwide in New Jersey, Zhang partnered with Michelle Wie as each signed a sponsorship cope with Delta Airways.

That very same day, Adidas introduced a multi-year endorsement with Zhang too.

“As I start this subsequent part in my profession, I can’t wait to symbolize the 3-Stripes as an expert,” Zhang mentioned. “Over the previous 12 months, we’ve been in a position to work on some superb tasks collectively. I really like the merchandise and might’t wait to proceed this journey with the Adidas staff.”

Earlier than turning skilled, Zhang turned the primary collegiate athlete to signal a reputation, picture, and likeness (NIL) with Adidas.

Now she has much more endorsement alternatives as an expert with the sports activities attire firm.

Rose Zhang, LPGA

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Rose Zhang poses with the trophy after profitable the Mizuho Americas Open in a playoff over Jennifer Kupcho in the course of the remaining spherical at Liberty Nationwide Golf Membership on June 4, 2023.
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Zhang arrived at Liberty Nationwide with lots of hype, as she is without doubt one of the most adorned novice gamers of all-time—male or feminine.

She rocked Adidas gear all through the event, as she went on to defeat Jennifer Kupcho in a playoff to safe the victory.

Zhang will certainly symbolize Adidas for years to return, maybe inspiring much more ladies to observe in her footsteps.

Different firms are all in on Zhang too.

Callaway Golf unveiled limited-edition golf balls in honor of Zhang following her historic victory.

“Chrome Smooth is healthier for everybody, together with Rose Zhang!” Callway’s web site reads. “Our restricted version Chrome Smooth X ‘Rose’ Truvis Balls celebrates her historic victory — changing into the first LPGA participant in 72 years to win their professional debut. It options roses throughout the ball, a #1 participant quantity highlighting her record-setting efficiency, and is available in a white prototype field.”

Zhang has used Callaway golf equipment and tools since she was a younger teenager.

If Zhang retains profitable, firms will proceed to ring her, hoping the previous Stanford Cardinal will symbolize their manufacturers for years to return.