Maja Stark faced a challenging day in the final round of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at PGA Frisco’s Fields Ranch East, ultimately concluding her quest for a second consecutive major championship. Stark’s frustrations became evident as she struggled with her game, resulting in an unfortunate incident where she broke her putter.
After struggling on the green, Stark took a swing at her golf bag, and the putter head snapped off, forcing her to finish the tournament using a wedge for putting. This adjustment proved to be difficult; she missed a critical birdie attempt from 14 feet, leaving it just 3 feet short, and faced further challenges on the final hole, where she three-putted from 26 feet and missed a 4-footer for par.
Despite finishing the day with a 6-over 78 and concluding the week at 12 over, it’s noteworthy that Stark had no bogeys on her scorecard. The reigning U.S. Women’s Open champion remains a strong contender in women’s golf, and with the right adjustments and perhaps a new putter, she could rebound in future tournaments.
This incident highlights the mental demands of competitive golf and the resilience athletes must have to overcome such hurdles. Fans and fellow competitors alike will be eager to see how Stark adapts and prepares for her next challenge, showcasing her character and skill on the course.