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Tiger Woods has always been under the spotlight, but heading into Year 3 of the PNC Championship, he was fully aware he might not even be the main draw anymore.

Here’s the first question Woods fielded from reporters at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, Fla., last week: Do you get the sense that you’re the second-most-watched person out here?

“Yeah, nothing wrong with that,” he said. “As long as the people are excited about coming out here and supporting us and supporting all the legends and the people who are in this event, it’s always special.”

The second part of Woods’ answer didn’t really address the question asked, but you get the picture. The golf world wants to know about Charlie Woods.

It’s a complicated topic, too. Some people love watching the kid and seeing him interact with his dad. Others aren’t a fan of the extra media coverage just because of his last name. But this article isn’t going to dive into that; we are instead just going to talk about how anyone — regardless of who their mom or dad is — prepares to play golf in front of thousands of fans and millions more on TV screens.

It can’t be easy, right?

Charlie was asked that on Sunday, after he teamed with his dad to tie for 8th out of 20 teams.

“I think just getting used to it,” he said. “The first year was surprising, and then I just knew what to expect the next two years.”

This is where Dad chimed in with some important context.

“The first year couldn’t have been better for him to participate at this level because it was a Covid year,” Tiger said. “So for him to be inside the ropes the very first time during Covid, we didn’t have any fans out here. But it was the first time he got to experience it being inside the ropes at this level seeing the legends of the game hit golf balls and watch Gary Player and Lee Trevino hitting golf balls and rewind the clock and see what I grew up watching. He got to experience that without the fans, which was a great way for him to be introduced to this and then last year was more of an introduction than today, and this week, and here we are.”

As for any tips his dad offered?

“It’s a lot of just staying in your own mind and just kind of focusing on what you’re doing and nothing else,” Charlie said. “Just hole-by-hole.”

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Tiger Woods tells son, Charlie, to copy Rory McIlroy’s swing instead of his own

Most golfers would love to copy Tiger Woods’ swing, but the 15-time major champion has other ideas for his son, Charlie.

The young Woods went viral last month when a video of his driver swing at the Notah Begay III Junior Golf Championship made the rounds across social media.

Some were saying his swing looked like a hybrid of Tiger and Rory McIlroy’s swings, but the elder Woods wants it to look more like the current world No. 1.

“I told [Charlie], ‘Don’t copy my swing. Copy Rory’s,’” Woods said during the third round of the Hero World Challenge.

The 82-time PGA Tour winner joked that he can’t move like that anymore before lobbing more praise McIlroy’s way.

“Have you ever seen Rory off balance in a shot?” Woods asked Dan Hicks and Paul Azinger. “Not ever. That’s one of the things my dad instilled in me, is that you should be able to balance and hold your finish until the ball rolls and stops. You can swing as hard as you want, but you need to have balance.”

Charlie’s balance will be on display when the Woods’ tee it up at the PNC Championship later this month.

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What Are The Odds Of Charlie Woods Winning A Major?

The 14-year-old is creating ripples in the golf world, but what are his chances of Major success?

Appearing on the scene back at the 2020 PNC Championship, it’s obvious that Charlie Woods is a special talent. I mean, when your dad is a 15-time Major winner and arguably the best golfer to walk the earth, you are going to learn a thing or two, but there is no denying that Charlie is a PGA Tour player in the making.

Finishing second at the PNC Championship in 2021 alongside his dad, Tiger, Charlie has gone on to shoot his lowest ever round, a four-under-par 68, whilst also basing his swing on Rory McIlroy’s, something that Tiger suggested. Consequently, at the age of 14, Charlie is actually outdriving his dad.

His talent has earned praise from former World No.1, Jon Rahm, who, earlier this year, tipped Woods Jr. to one day make it to the PGA Tour. Now, Charlie has the interest of golf betting fans, too, who are wondering what the odds are for him to win a Major.

Back in March, sports betting website Bookies.com examined factors including history and lineage to draw up projected odds on Charlie winning a PGA Tour event, any Major tournament and The Masters by the time he reaches certain ages.

The website’s results found that Charlie’s chances of winning a PGA Tour event by the age of 20 were 7/2 (+350 using American odds) and 2/15 (-750) that he doesn’t. Now, what about the Majors? Well, according to Ladbrokes, Charlie is 16/1 to win a Major before he turns 25 and 10/1 to win a Major before his 30th birthday.

Another interesting odd is that of Charlie to win The Open Championship before the age of 30 at 50/1. This bet is similar to that of a certain Rory McIlroy back in 2014. By this, we mean that Rory’s dad and a few friends reportedly bet £400 with 500/1 odds on a 15-year-old Rory winning The Open before the age of 26.

After claiming the Claret Jug in 2014, he managed to secure the title at the age of 25, meaning that Gerry and his mates picked up around £200,000 for the victory.

Although the odds that are already being given to Charlie are impressive, it is worth noting that he is only 14-years-old and, as Tiger has previously mentioned: “I just want him to enjoy whatever he’s doing. I’m supporting him wherever he wants to go, and obviously providing opportunities for that direction.”

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The Huge Sponsorship Money Charlie Woods Could Earn

One expert believes big money could soon be heading the youngster’s way thanks to name, image and likeness marketing

Even at the tender age of 14, Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie, is rapidly building a reputation in the game.

However, according to one expert, he may not even need to turn professional to make an eye-watering sum of money. When Woods enters high school towards the end of 2023, it could open the door to a NIL contract – a deal that allows athletes to market their name, image and likeness.

Sam Weber, the senior director of communications at NIL Platform Opendorse, explained to Sportico: “Charlie is in rare air, just from name recognition alone. He’s similar to Arch Manning, Bronny James and even Shaquille O’Neal’s sons in that way. He’s probably looking at seven figures as soon as he’s eligible.” Weber then added that it “would be surprising if the brands that have been prominent in Tiger’s career would not want to join the fold. You can almost see the Nike commercial with the two of them.”

Arch Manning is a 17-year-old quarterback and the latest American football prodigy to emerge from the Manning family, considered a dynasty in the sport. Meanwhile, Bronny James is the son of legendary basketball player LeBron. Weber thinks Woods compares more closely to the latter taking into account his potential to make it in the game. He said: “At this stage he compares more to Bronny James than Arch. Arch is the five-star, guaranteed pro, while Bronny is more that four-star who definitely has a chance but is further from a sure-fire bet.”

Currently, the law in Florida, where Charlie resides, doesn’t allow high school athletes to accept NIL money. However, one way around that could be for Charlie to play on junior golf circuits rather than high-school golf. If he does, Weber sees him as a safe bet for advertisers. He said: “He’s not a risk for advertisers because of his name recognition alone. That also applies to NIL patrons looking to influence the next generation of the sansabelt set, which is why Charlie could cash in even if he never plays pro golf.”

The youngster’s profile has grown considerably since the 2021 PNC Championship. Back then, he and his famous father finished runner-up to John Daly and John Daly II, helped by a second round that included 11 birdies in a row – a course record. Then, in September, he shot his lowest score to date of 68 in a qualifier for the Notah Begay III Junior National Golf Championship in Florida. Even more recently, his dad admitted that Charlie had outdriven him.

Charlie even has the confidence of former World No.1 Jon Rahm to make it on the PGA Tour. When asked about the emerging talent in January, Rahm responded: “Tiger Woods’ son Charlie has got a lot of talent, certainly a lot more than I did at the age of 12. If he keeps working hard, which I’m sure he will, I wouldn’t doubt for one second we’ll see him one day maybe sitting here [on the PGA Tour].”

UK bookmaker Ladbrokes offers odds of 16/1 on Charlie winning a Major before he turns 25 and 10/1 on winning a Major before his 30th birthday.

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Five memorable moments from Tiger and Charlie Woods at the PNC Championship

A look back at the highlights of the duo’s last two years at the tournament

Tiger and Charlie Woods will tee it up once again at the PNC Championship this weekend at the Ritz-Carlton GC in Orlando, Florida. This will be their third consecutive appearance at the tournament, which has become one of the marquee events of the fall season.

While some like to refer to this section of the golf calendar as the “silly season,” there is nothing silly about Tiger Woods teeing it up at this stage of his career, regardless of the context. As many witnessed during the most recent edition of Capital One’s The Match, whenever and wherever Tiger appears on a golf course, it becomes must-see entertainment. This weekend at the PNC Championship alongside his son is poised to be no different.

There won’t be any FedExCup points up for grabs, or any OWGR ranking to fight over. Just some of the biggest names in the sport playing golf with their family around the holidays. This event reminds so many of us why we love the game.

In preparation for the PNC Championship, we collected some of the most iconic moments over the last two years from Team Woods.

Charlie flushes 5-iron off the tee to card Team Woods’ 11th consecutive birdie

Team Woods entered the final round of the 2021 PNC Championship tied for fifth, three shots off the lead. While most fans were happy to just see Tiger back on a golf course, the Woods duo were over the simple pomp and circumstance of their mere presence. They were there to win.

What followed was a display of superb scramble golf from Charlie and Tiger that included a run of 11 straight birdies starting at the sixth and extending through No. 17.

The run was highlighted by Charlie striping a 5-iron to 4 feet on the par-3 17th, tying the lead with John Daly and his college-aged son John Daly II heading to 18.

Charlie dropped the putt for the solo birdie, marking 11 straight circles for Team Woods, a tournament record.

Charlie hits the iconic walk-in and putter raise

It took just four holes into the first round of the 2021 PNC for the moxie of the younger Woods to be on full display for the world. Taking a page out of Tiger’s book of signature celebrations, Charlie walked in a lengthy birdie putt and raised his putter to the sky just like his father has done in some of the biggest moments in the history of golf.

That wasn’t the only statement putt from the younger Woods, as he drained a birdie on the par-3 eighth and promptly tossed his marker at dear old dad.

Charlie displays trash-talk prowess with clever response to Mike Thomas

Tiger Woods isn’t one of the more outspoken figures in golf, but certainly knows how to dish out some clever trash talk. This gamesmanship isn’t lost on son Charlie, who delivered the perfect needle to the team of Justin Thomas and dad Mike Thomas at the 2020 PNC.

Mike Thomas, a PGA professional who specializes in coaching junior golfers and has worked with Charlie in the past, left a note for the younger Woods in the middle of the fairway during the pro-am the day before the first round.

“Charlie drove one through the fairway and my dad was playing in front of them and he’d hit it into the trees,” Justin Thomas explained. “My dad wrote on a piece of paper ‘draw hole’ and put it under his ball. In typical Woods fashion, he kept the piece of paper, and when my dad hit it in the bunker, he put the exact same piece of paper behind his ball.”

Some gall for an 11-year-old to call out a seasoned PGA professional, in front of the TV cameras no less. One could suppose that’s just the natural confidence instilled in someone growing up with an 82-time TOUR winner as a dad.

“For some reason, Charlie just always wants to beat me, it doesn’t matter what it is. Although he’s never beaten me in golf or a putting contest, he still talks trash just like his dad. It will be fun,” said Justin Thomas. “We’ll have that inner tournament within a tournament, trying to shut his little mouth up, but it will be fun.”

Tiger outdrives Justin Thomas

Following the shocking news of Tiger Woods’ car accident in February 2021, questions began to surface asking if the 15-time major champion would ever be able to compete, or even play golf, again. After intense surgery, talks of amputation, and eventually being bedridden to his Florida home for three months, Tiger returned to golf alongside his son at the 2021 PNC Championship.

Tiger’s game was limited. A noticeable limp and stiffness in the swing were apparent from the first tee shot. Justin Thomas, playing alongside Team Woods, was determined that a 45-year-old, hobbled Tiger would not outdrive him. That changed on the 11th hole.

“I hit it pretty good and as soon as his ball took that big bounce, we looked at each other and I was like, ‘If it’s going to happen, it’s going to be this one because I think it just launched.’ And yeah, that was a shot to the ego,” Thomas said with a smile.

Team Woods would go on to birdie the hole, but it was in that moment off the tee that Tiger showed he just might still have what it takes to compete.

“It’s pretty amazing, isn’t it?” Nick Faldo said. “To go from fearing that you can’t use your foot to standing, he’s gone through every stage and ticking every box with sheer hard work and amazing determination. Maybe this was a goal. This was a great goal for him to come and play with his boy.”

The mannerisms

One of the biggest catalysts in the public’s growing interest in Charlie Woods was a video put together following the 2020 PNC Championship, super cutting the similarities in movements and mannerisms between father and son.

Where most people share some common traits with their parents, few get to display those characteristics through a shared sport in front of the television cameras. Those who have watched Tiger play over the last three decades were quick to see the eerily similar quirks Charlie has picked up from his dad.

The swing. The fist pump. The quick grab of the tee. It’s all there.

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Golf fans all say same thing as Charlie Woods listens to Tiger Woods’ Rory McIlroy advice

By Trust August 11, 2023

Charlie Woods will play alongside his father at this weekend’s PNC Championship in Florida with all eyes again on the 14-year-old

Tiger Woods advised his son to copy the swing of rival Rory McIlroy instead of his own, and golf fans have spotted that the 14-year-old is doing just that. Woods Jr was videoed ahead of this weekend’s PNC Championship, when he will play alongside his father, and viewers were quick to comment on the teenager’s swing.

Instead of telling his son to copy his own game Woods, who has won 15 Major championships, paid the ultimate compliment to world No.1 McIlroy. “I told [Charlie], ‘Don’t copy my swing. Copy Rory’s’,” Woods Sr said. “Have you ever seen Rory off balance on a shot?

“No. Not ever. You can swing as hard as you want, but you need to have balance.” Woods Jr seems to have been taking note of his father’s advice and fans were quick to notice the resemblance ahead of the competition this weekend.

The PGA Tour champions posted the video on Instagram with the comment: “Charlie Woods swing update.” Alongside an emoji of a tiger and golfer.” Others were quick to compliment the teenager’s swing. The PNC Championship replied: “Swing is looking good”.

Others believed that the swing of Woods Jr looked beyond his years. franko_1121 added: “Looks 14. Swings like he’s 30.” Other fans made the comparison between the swing of McIlroy and Woods Jr in the video. jburnett22 added: “I thought that was Rory.”

Woods Sr is still suffering from the leg injuries he suffered in an horrific car crash last year and has been caddy for some of his son’s events while also offering his advice. Fans believed that advice is now paying off, mrdior11 added: “Tiger said “Copy Rory’s swing not mine” ITS WORKING!”

Another golf fan believed that Woods Jr has taken parts of his father’s swing and that of four-time Major winner McIlroy. mike_nevins added: “That swing is a Tiger and Rors collab and it’s gorgeous.”

Woods Jr recently shot his best ever round, carding a four-under-par 64 to secure a place in the Notah Begay III Junior Golf National Championship. Woods Sr has also commented about his son’s improved striking of the ball. He said: “I hate to say it, but I’m going to admit it. He [Charlie] finally did it [outdrove me] a few weeks ago. I spun one, he tomahawked one and got me.”

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‘Big difference between pain, injury’: Tiger Woods explains why Charlie is playing

Tiger Woods says there’s a difference between pain and injury.

And that’s why, he said on Saturday night, his 14-year-old son, Charlie, is playing at this weekend’s PNC Championship, despite a noticeable left-leg limp, and at least one time where he tumbled over after a tee shot.

The explanation came during an interview with SiriusXM Radio’s Brian Katrek after Tiger and Charlie shot a 14-under 59 during the first round of the major champion-family member event. Here is the complete exchange:

“Charlie, it’s a learning process for you; you’re being asked questions,” Katrek began. “How much are you learning not just about golf but about what your dad goes through on a day-in, day-out basis?”

“I mean, I found a new respect for him now after getting a minor — very minor — injury,” the younger Woods said. “I wouldn’t really call it an injury — I’m just hurt. But just to see what he’s going through and how I have just like a fraction of it and how much it hurts, and it’s just cool how he’s gotten to where he is now after all he’s been through.”

“Well, there’s a big difference, BK, between pain and injury,” the elder Woods said. “And so, this is just pain.”

“Yeah,” Charlie said.

“If you’re injured, you’re not playing,” Tiger said. “This is just a little bit of pain, and it’s game time, so we just go out there and we suck it up together. As I said over here, we’re perfect yin and yang — he’s got a left foot, I got a right foot, so we got two good feet. We’re good.”

“It’s all you need,” Katrek said. “Spoken like a true football coach.”

According to NBC/Golf Channel analyst Notah Begay on Friday, a Woods family friend, Charlie rolled his left ankle while hitting balls on a range ahead of the tournament; Tiger, meanwhile, told Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis that the limp was due to “growing pains.” Whatever the case, Charlie joins his dad with leg issues — the elder Woods is battling plantar fasciitis in his right foot, an extension of injuries to his right leg suffered during a car crash early last year, and he’s also battled various ailments throughout his career.

In Team Woods’ press conference after Saturday’s first round, Charlie was also asked about his left leg. Here is that exchange:

“How much does your ankle hurt today, and how much do you have to adjust your swing to compensate for it?” a reporter asked.

“On some shots, it hurt a lot,” Charlie said. “Walking was tough. But it was — it was all right. It wasn’t that bad.”

“Hey, he got a cart, so it was all right,” Tiger said.

Despite the issues, Tiger and Charlie birdied 11 holes and eagled one on Saturday in the scramble format. They played Sunday in the final pairing and started two shots back of leader Team Thomas — Justin Thomas and his dad, Mike.

“How much fun is this, you and Charlie? Is it as much fun as it looks like it is?” Katrek asked on SiriusXM Radio.

“No, it’s more. No, it’s way more,” Tiger said. “It’s way more fun. I mean, we were having a blast out there. Again, to be able to share family moments like this — you know, this is what we do all the time at home. And we’re used to it. People have seen it for the last couple years, but this is what it’s like each and every day at home.”

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‘Your Head Could Blow Off’: Tiger Woods Once Sternly Gave ‘I Don’t Care’ Advice to Son Charlie Woods to Help Him Concentrate

Everyone’s father aims to teach his son a lesson he’ll remember for life. Tiger Woods is no exception. The golf legend shares a very close bond with his son, Charlie Woods. Both also share the love of golf. The golf pro once revealed an important lesson that he hoped to impart on his son about the sport.

Charlie has followed in his father’s footsteps and spends a lot of his time on the golf course. The 141-year-old has shown real promise, and Tiger, too, is more than impressed with his skill. They’ve played in three PNC Championships together so far. Even though they have yet to win one, they are grateful for the memories they have created.

Tiger believed that this was the biggest mistake anyone could make while playing the sport. He didn’t want his son to go down that path and said, “Son, I don’t care how mad you get.” Your head could blow off for all I care just as long as you’re 100 percent committed to the next shot.”

The 82-time PGA Tour winner wanted his son to learn the importance of focus in the game. He wanted Charlie to understand that with focus, he could achieve great heights. “That’s all that matters,” he explained to Charlie. He firmly explained to his son that letting one bad part of his game affect the rest of his game would only make things worse and that every shot needed to be played with conviction and concentration.

Tiger explains to Charlie the secret to improving his game

The gold-medal great went on to add to his lesson on focus and said, “That next shot should be the most important shot in your life.” He explained to Charlie that at that moment, nothing else should matter more than the shot he was playing—not the past nor the future.

“It should be more important than breathing,” Woods added, in an attempt to get his son to understand how strongly he meant his words. He also went on to tell him that once he did manage to get that concentration into his game, he would become much better.

Do you think Charlie now plays with this lesson in mind? And if so, will it help him achieve greatness like his father? Only time will tell.

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Major Golf Ruling in Florida Debars Teenagers from Using Golf Cart, Including Tiger Woods’ Son, Charlie Woods

As we wake up this morning, a new rule in golf has been put up in place. While it doesn’t involve any on-course ruling, the judgment affects an important part of the sport–golf carts.

According to the latest laws, the state of Florida won’t allow its teenagers to drive golf carts without proper identification. Many in the region have applauded the move, but how does it impact Tiger Woods’ son Charlie Woods, and his golf endeavor?

Florida ruling bans Charlie Woods from driving golf carts

The latest reports came this morning that the state of Florida has put a restriction on teenagers and children driving a golf cart around the region. The decision was taken in view of the emergence of golf carts as a convenient private transport vehicle, the effects of which have forced carts to have all the necessary amenities as a regular car.

But the usage of golf carts has been an attractive point for many youngsters accompanying their parents on a course. With the latest ruling, a fifteen-year-old must have a learner’s permit to drive a cart, and a year over should be equipped with a driver’s license.

Earlier, even 14-year-olds were allowed to ride golf carts without any permission. The news is especially depressing for the young and upcoming Charlie Woods, son of golf icon Tiger Woods.

The talented youngster, who’s a native of Florida’s Jupiter Island, turned 14 in February earlier this year. He’s an avid golfer too and often follows his father to golf tournaments. Sadly, those adventures must be done without a cart hereafter.

Did 14-year-old Charlie Woods out-drive his father, the legendary Tiger Woods?

The golf world was left in astonishment recently after one of TaylorMade Golf’s promotional videos involving Tiger Woods caught the eye. The brief clip shows the 15-time major championship winner praising his son, Charlie, and his golf prowess.

He went on to claim that the young lad had out-driven him once. Furthermore, the proud father asserted that his son wanted to beat him by the time he was 14.

With Charlie coming out of that age, can he script an improbable victory over his champion father? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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CHARLIE WOODS OUTDRIVES TIGER, WANTS TO BEAT DAD BY TIME HE’S 14

Tiger Woods may soon have more competition in the golf world. Not from the usual tour pros or a new European challenger, but from his own son, Charlie.

TaylorMade Golf recently posted a promotional video of a number of their tour pros hitting new equipment on the range.

Collin Morikawa, Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and of course, Tiger Woods.

The full video is a fun, albeit slow, look behind the scenes of tour pros dialing in their equipment with TaylorMade reps.

Some of the behind the scenes discussions revealed some fascinating tidbits, some of even surprised world #2, Scottie Scheffler.

During the video, Collin Morikawa asked Woods about his son Charlie and the level of competition they have between each other.

Woods responded by saying Charlie outdrove him for the first time, and wants to beat him by the time he turns 14.

Tiger Getting Ready For Charlie Beating Him

The video must have been recorded months ago, because Charlie actually turned 14 in February.

But given how great his swing already looks, he may have already taken down his old man.

Driving the ball 250-260 yards at age 14 is a great step on the road to being a professional golfer. And he’ll have the world’s best teacher and every resource imaginable to get to that level.

But the great part about sports, especially golf, is that no amount of money or fame can get you to the highest levels.

You have to be able to outcompete others at the same level, no matter the inherent advantages.

Tiger has accomplished everything you can possibly accomplish on the PGA Tour. And if his own reports are to be believed, his son might be getting on Tiger’s level sooner rather than later.