Shannon Tan, the golfer, is a quiet enigma in a loud age. A modest presence in a showboating world. Her answers to questions are so short it feels she’s rationing her words. Her volume is so soft it speaks of shyness. And, so of course, she meets victory in Germany with a barely lifted hand in acknowledgement.

But, please, don’t be fooled. Nothing about her manner may seek attention, but her sturdy golf certainly does. This is a 21-year-old young woman with a polite love for a scrap.

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