Justin Thomas, a popular golfer, managed to make only one birdie in his first nine holes at the ZOZO Championship. However, he wasn't ready to accept that as his fate; he wanted to prove he could compete with the best.
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On the back nine, Thomas showcased his strong performance off the tee, which allowed him to score three birdies and an eagle, finishing with a 6-under 64.
Now sitting at 10-under, he is just two shots behind the leader, Nico Echavarria, after two rounds in Japan.
The 31-year-old golfer wasn't happy with some moments from the first day, feeling he could have capitalized on certain opportunities for a better performance. However, he didn't want to look too negatively on it. Shortly after, Justin raised his game, using his knowledge of the course to achieve a positive result.
Thomas made a birdie on the par-5 sixth hole and followed up with additional birdies on holes 10, 13, and 16. He finished his round with an impressive eagle, hitting his approach shot on the par-5 hole to just 3 feet from 220 yards away. Justin showed that he is a golfer who knows how to get out of any situation, he doesn't want to give up for a single moment.
Normally, he uses a 3-wood off the tee on the 18th hole, but due to the misty rain, he felt he needed to use a driver to clear the fairway bunker. The 31-year-old knew that he had to adapt to the prevailing conditions.
The popular golfer remained calm and revealed how he did the job so perfectly.
Justin Thomas on his future and desire to win tournaments
Thomas shared his strong desire to win tournaments, emphasizing that it's always his goal. He mentioned that when he's playing well, it feels like he should be winning regularly. However, this amazing golfer acknowledged the harsh reality of golf's difficulty, stressing that the competition has become even tougher since he started on the Tour.
It seems that golf, like many sports, has progressed over the years, and there are many talented young players looking for their place in the game. Each year, golf attracts more skilled individuals who desire to win tournaments. Thomas, despite being a confident golfer who has shown he can compete with the best, appears to have some concerns about the future and what lies ahead.
The past few seasons have demonstrated that many players can surprise everyone, and no golfer can be sure of success. Fans want to see competitive golf, where anyone has a chance to win. Judging by Scottie Scheffler's performance this season, it seems there are still players who stand out greatly from the rest.
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Justin Thomas pointed out that many players now possess extraordinary talent, fearlessness, and a strong drive to win, making it difficult to win against many golfers.
The 31-year-old golfer doesnt want to overthink the competition or focus too much on his peers, as he believes he can significantly progress in the future and become the best version of himself. Thomas is hopeful for a bright future, aiming to win tournaments and secure his place in the history of the sport. While he has already achieved a lot, he doesnt want to settle for anything less. His goal is to keep improving year after year.
It will be interesting to see how much he can do when it comes to the ZOZO Championship. Looking at the names performing there, Thomas will have a tough task. This tournament could bring many unforeseen situations, but maybe also a winner that no one expected.
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