Justin Rose's campaign at the St Jude Championship took a dramatic turn after a critical error derailed his momentum in Memphis. The English golfer, a former US Open champion, was left ruing a costly misstep that saw his hopes fade during the second round.
A Costly Mistake
Rose, who started strongly with an opening-round 66, found himself in contention before disaster struck on the par-4 18th. A wayward tee shot led to a double bogey, effectively ending his chances of making a weekend charge.
Frustration for Rose
The 43-year-old admitted his frustration after the round, telling reporters: "It's one of those moments where you just have to take it on the chin. I felt good coming into today, but golf can be cruel sometimes."
FedEx Cup Implications
With the FedEx Cup playoffs heating up, Rose's early exit puts pressure on his standing in the season-long competition. Currently ranked 45th in the FedEx Cup standings, he'll need strong performances in the coming weeks to secure his place in the season finale.
Looking Ahead
Rose will now turn his attention to next week's BMW Championship, where he'll aim to bounce back from this disappointing result. Golf fans will be watching closely to see if the Olympic gold medallist can rediscover his best form when it matters most.
