For Zhang Lianwei, 1999 could not be labelled a vintage year. At least to this point.
Wily professional that he has become, though, China's number one knows that one good tournament is all that it takes to turn everything around.
And for Zhang there could be no better week than the one ahead in which to remind his followers that his desire and determination - qualities that have been such an integral part of his success - are as strong as ever.
At British Columbia's Northview Golf & Country Club on Thursday, Zhang will write another chapter in China's golfing history when he tees off in the Air Canada Championship.
Performing in Canada may not be a new experience for Zhang, a regular competitor on the Canadian PGA Tour in recent years.
As a fully fledged event on the US PGA Tour, however, this week's tournament, for which he has been granted an exemption by the title sponsors, is an entirely different proposition.