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Despite Falling Behind Bryson DeChambeau, Tiger Woods Leaves Most Golfing A-Listers in Dust Through His Unattainable Feats

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The golf world saw a massive achievement being recorded at the LIV Golf event in Greenbrier on Sunday. The tournament saw Bryson DeChambeau soar past his competitors to cement his place at the top. Moreover, he was able to churn out a feat that even the legend Tiger Woods hasn’t achieved to date.

Ever since the accident in 2021, Tiger Woods hasn’t been much active but he remains unbeatable in many feats. These two feats still remain unattainable by many of the A-listers of the industry at present. Let’s find out more.

Unmatched feats by Tiger Woods

Tiger registered his first Masters Tournament win in 1997 after a score of 18-under 270 crowned the golfer as the youngest to win the major in the history of the game. He surprised a field consisting of many professional top players of the time, including Tom Kite, Bernhard Langer, Fred Couples, as he won with the largest victory margin in Masters history while just being 21 years old.

He broke the record of Seve Ballesteros who had registered his Masters win at 23 years old in 1980. Moreover, the golfer remains the youngest player to have won all four major championships by the age of 24. Starting with the major in 1997, he advanced ahead to complete his Career Grand Slam as he won the 1999 PGA Championship scoring 277 (-11), the 2000 US Open with a score of 272 (-12), and the 2000 Open Championship with a score of 19-under-par 269,

Tiger Woods

These two records can’t be surpassed by the top golfers at present. The current top players, as per OWGR, include Scottie Scheffler (27 years), Rory McIlroy (34) and Jon Rahm (28) and they all are out of the race.

It’s evident that it would now take a new, much younger face to beat Tiger in regard to these two feats. Bryson DeChambeau may have created mayhem in the golfing world but Woods remains the king. Let’s, however, see what DeChambeau did that Woods has never achieved before.

Bryson DeChambeau’s feat that still eludes Tiger Woods

DeChambeau had an amazing final round at The Old White golf course in Greenbrier on Sunday and he went on to win his first LIV Golf Trophy. The LIV golfer was able to pull off the win with an insane feat that even the GOAT hasn’t achieved to date. Bryson finished at the top with his lowest score ever in a round in his professional career as he scored a 58 on the third and final day of the Saudi-backed event.

Tiger Woods was able to only score a 59 in a casual-yet-competitive game with Mark O’Meara a week before his extraordinary win at The 1997 Masters. What did you think of Bryson’s feat at the Greenbrier? Do you think Tiger Woods will be able to go past him sometime in the future? Share your thoughts below.

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

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

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.”

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

“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

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

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.”
Charlie Woods

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

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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.

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

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

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

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 Woods and Charlie Woods

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.

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Charlie Woods’ game is bigger and stronger; Tiger is more impressed by something else

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Charlie Woods
ORLANDO — Last week during The Match, commentator Trevor Immelman put Tiger Woods on the spot with a simple question: Is Charlie outdriving you yet?
“I hate to say it, but I’m going to admit it. He finally did it,” Tiger said. “I spun one, he tomahawked one and got me.”It’s not hard to see why. Charlie Woods comes into this year’s PNC Championship looking a little different than in year’s past. Specifically, bigger.

Charlie is 14 now. He’s taller, and he’s filled out his skinny frame with more muscle. And when he hits shots, contact sounds different than it used to. There’s more pop these days.
So, if he can sneak one past his dad, how far can Charlie actually send it? During Friday’s pro-am at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, I watched him catch one on the 10th hole that traveled 279 yards, with roll. It snuck past a bunker and left him a little wedge into the green.Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

But in many ways topline speed doesn’t tell the full story of Charlie or any junior golfer’s game.

On the next hole, Charlie lost one out to the right. It found the right side of the fairway, but traveled 232 yards, about 40 yards shorter than his driver just a hole earlier.

Charlie’s 255-yard average on the admittedly small sample size of two drives puts him above average for his age, and no matter which way you cut it, is impressive. But asked about Charlie’s new build, and the distance he’s capable of producing because of it, Tiger didn’t focus on his distance. Yes, he’s gotten bigger and stronger, but when Tiger looks at his son’s game, and how it’s developed, there’s a bigger change he’s been more impressed by.

Learning to improve the bad shots

“Playing tournament golf, you’ve got to make a switch on the fly and trust it,” Tiger says. “And that’s where I’ve seen the biggest growth when I’ve caddied for him in events or I’ve watched him play. I can see him rehearsing shots, trying to get out of a certain pattern.”
Ultimately, that’s been a more impressive development in Charlie’s game than his distance increase, Tiger says. Learning to play golf, on the good and the bad days. To know what causes shots like his second drive, so his bad drives look more like his good drives.
“I always tell him why we’re doing what we’re doing, so that he can retrace the steps. And when he gets a little off, now he knows what to go back to and understand that,” he says. “Understanding how to fix it when on the fly when I’m not around, it’s what I was taught by my dad.”
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Tiger Woods’s Busy December Ends, With a Glimmer of Hope for 2023

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

Tiger and son Charlie finished six shots back at the PNC, but the soon-to-be 47-year-old offered enough highlights to consider what recovery time could bring next year.

ORLANDO — A three-week dose of Tiger Woods in December provided a glimpse of his greatness while also offering a stark reminder of the physical hurdles he faces—while remaining the biggest interest generator in golf.

It’s tough to make much noise in golf as the holidays approach, but Woods has been on our television screens in spurts the last three weeks, culminating Sunday with the final round of the PNC Championship.

That Woods and his son, Charlie, 14, were unable to muster any kind of a charge at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort was hardly of any concern.

The fact that he was out playing again, enjoying time with his son, and still hitting shots that make you wonder how competitive he could be again if healthy, was all that mattered.

Tiger and Charlie managed a scramble score of 65, finishing six shots behind the winning team of Vijay Singh and his son, Qass. To forge a tie, Team Woods would have needed to equal their first-round 59, a tough task on a day where the putts were not dropping and fatigue—even in a 36-hole exhibition with a cart—was an issue.

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

The bright side for Woods: this is a long way removed from where he was a year ago at this event, when it was remarkable he even returned and yet put forth a very ominous forecast.

“I can’t compete against these guys right now, no,” Woods said at the 2021 PNC. “It’s going to take a lot of work to get to where I feel like I can compete with these guys and be at a high level.”

Less than four months later, he played in the Masters and made the cut. He played in two more major championships. He played again here this week, hitting the ball very well despite the plantar fasciitis diagnosis that knocked him out of the Hero World Challenge two weeks ago.

Still, he made it to St. Andrews, his biggest goal.

“It was a tough year but also one of the more rewarding years I’ve had in a while,” he said. “I’ve had a lot of setbacks over the last few years, so to be able to have—as I was alluding to this summer, I don’t know if I ever get back to playing St. Andrews in a British Open, but to be able to experience that maybe one last time at this level was very special to me.

“That was my favorite golf course in the whole world, and if that was it, that was it, to be able to possibly finish up my career there, I don’t know. That’s one of the reasons why I was kind of emotional because I don’t know if I’ll ever—I’ll play St Andrews again. I’ll play Open Championships in the future but I don’t know if I’ll be around when it comes back there again.”

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‘I Used to Be Good’: Tiger Woods, Son Charlie Get Laughs in PNC Press Conference

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

Tiger and Charlie Woods enthralled golf fans with their play at the 2023 PNC Championship, but it was the snippets of father-son banter that made the weekend all the more entertaining.

Team Woods finished six shots behind champions Vijay and Qass Singh, shooting a stellar 13-under 59 on Saturday and a less impressive 7-under 65 on Sunday.

Tiger and Charlie’s play deserves to be marked with an asterisk, though, as they each battled through injuries all weekend. Charlie played on a rolled left ankle, while Tiger dealt with plantar fasciitis in his right foot, a condition which forced him to withdraw from the Hero World Challenge earlier in the month.

On Saturday in particular, Charlie struggled to make a normal swing, but Tiger came to the rescue with a handful of vintage moments. The 15-time major champion saved the day with a chip-in eagle, several long-range birdie putts, and clutch iron play.

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

When asked about what he learned from the experience, Charlie gave his honest thoughts on his father’s performance.

“I already knew what he was capable of,” Charlie said. “And then yesterday, that’s the best he’s ever played in a while. And that kind of shocked me a little bit. That’s really it.”

Tiger was visibly amused at his 14-year-old son’s response, and the audience got a kick out of it.

“Yeah, I used to be good,” Tiger said. “Again, it was neat to roll back the clock for him to see what I used to be capable of.”

It turns out that years of highlight footage might not have been enough to convince Charlie of his dad’s sheer greatness in the game. It was a few timely birdies in a family scramble tournament that did it for the 14-year-old.

Another witness of Tiger’s play on Saturday, however, needed no reminder of what the five-time Masters champion can do on the course when he needs to. Justin Thomas’s caddie, Jim “Bones” Mackay, was on the bag for Phil Mickelson during Tiger’s prime.

“[If] anyone who knows what I used to be able to do, [it was] Bones. And so Bones got a big kick out of that yesterday,” Tiger added.

Team Woods may have fallen short of the PNC Championship title, but they won when it comes to priceless father-son moments.

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TIGER WOODS GREEN LIGHT FOR PNC CHAMPIONSHIP ALONGSIDE SON CHARLIE, FULL FIELD CONFIRMED

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

Tiger Woods has been a rare sight on golf courses in 2022, with only three appearances so far. All of those appearances came in majors, to little success. He said after missing the cut at the Open Championship in July that there was no chance of retirement. And he is set to be busy in December, with three appearances. The final of which will be at the PCN Championship alongside his son Charlie.

Tiger Woods has confirmed a third appearance in December at the PNC Championship alongside his son Charlie.
Woods, who has only made three competitive appearances so far in 2022, was a confirmed participant in the seventh iteration of The Match on December 10.
The appearance alongside Rory McIlroy in the clash against Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas comes a week after he tees it up in the Hero World Challenge.
While The Match at the Pelican Club in Florida is a 12-hole exhibition for charity, the Hero World Challenge – which Woods hosts through his foundation – is a 72-hole tournament.
Following his appearances in the Hero World Challenge and The Match, Woods will be in action alongside his son in the PNC Championship.
The PNC Championship features high-profile players in partnership with a child or parent, and is often fiercely contested.
As a 15-time major winner and one of the fiercest competitors in the sport, Woods is sure to take it seriously and is looking forward to the challenge.
Charlie Woods
“I’m thrilled to close out a great December by returning to compete in the PNC Championship with my son Charlie,” Woods said. “Getting to play as a dad makes the week that much more special.
“We have been looking forward to this week all year and we can’t wait to team up together for our third PNC Championship. This is such a special opportunity as a dad to get to compete with my son against so many golfing greats and their family members. It is going to be a very special week and I know that Charlie and I will have a blast.”
The PNC Championship takes place from December 15 to 18 at the Ritz-Carlton Club in Orlando.

CONFIRMED FIELD FOR PNC CHAMPIONSHIP

  • Stewart Cink & Connor Cink
  • John Daly & John Daly II
  • David Duval & Brady Duval
  • Nick Faldo & Matthew Faldo
  • Jim Furyk & Tanner Furyk
  • Padraig Harrington & Patrick Harrington
  • Nelly Korda & Petr Korda
  • Matt Kuchar & Carson Kuchar
  • Bernhard Langer & Jason Langer
  • Tom Lehman & Sean Lehman
  • Justin Leonard & Luke Leonard
  • Mark O’Meara & Shaun O’Meara
  • Gary Player & Jordan Player
  • Nick Price & Greg Price
  • Vijay Singh & Qass Singh
  • Annika Sorenstam & Will McGee
  • Jordan Spieth & Shawn Spieth
  • Justin Thomas & Mike Thomas
  • Lee Trevino & Daniel Trevino
  • Tiger Woods & Charlie Woods
While Woods will be centre of attention, a host of star names will be teeing it up.
The eye is drawn to the Nelly Korda and Petr Korda partnership.
Nelly is the world No. 1 in the women’s game, while her father won the Australian Open during a distinguished tennis career.
Woods has not been seen in competitive action since missing the cut in the Open Championship at St Andrews in July.
He said after the Open that he had no intention of retiring, but would tailor his schedule to suit his body as he continued to struggle with the leg injury he suffered in a car crash in 2021.
The majors are likely to be Woods’ focus in 2023, and his three appearances in December are likely to give an indication of his well-being.
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3 times golfers gate-crashed fellow stars’ press conferences, featuring Justin Thomas and Charlie Woods

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Justin Thomas and Charlie Woods

A room full of journalists excitedly awaiting the arrival of a player, ready to barrage him with questions, and as the tension mounts, another player emerges, and hilarity breaks out.

This is a regular scene during press conferences involving American golfer Justin Thomas. He is well-known for infiltrating his fellow golfers’ conferences. From asking Charlie Woods about his hat to taking a jibe at Max Homa, It’s always entertaining to watch JT’s press conferences.

Here, we will look at three occasions when a player gate-crashed a fellow player’s press conferences.

#1 Justin Thomas asked Charlie Woods about his hat

During the 2022 PNC Championship, Justin Thomas showed his puckish side when he asked Charlie Woods about his hat. Young Woods was attending a press conference with his father Tiger Woods, when Thomas jumped in between, saying:

“I have a question for Charlie. What is the background behind the Snoopy hat? Thank you!”

Hearing the question, the 15-time major champion chuckled and covered his eyes, while Charlie answered by saying:

“It’s the hat that was in my closet and fits the best.”

#2 Justin Thomas served as an unofficial reporter at Max Homa’s conference

Justin Thomas and Max Homa are set to play at the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic this week. Ahead of the start of the tournament, during a press conference on Wednesday, June 28, Thomas was an impromptu reporter. He asked Homa about his favorite pairing from last week.

“Hey man, Justin. I’m playing in the tournament this week. Of all your pairings last week, who was your favourite that wasn’t Wyndham Clark and why?”

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods

Max had a hilarious reply. He said:

“Oh man. I think I’d have to go with Justin Thomas. He makes me feel tall and funny.”

#3 Tom Kim became a reporter at Rory McIlroy’s press conference

Kim pretended to be a reporter during Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy’s news conference at the Congaree Golf Club last year during The CJ Cup. He asked about McIlroy’s success, saying:

“Rory, I have a question for you. What’s it like having so much success as a young player? Coming out and many years on Tour, how do you manage all that?”

McIlroy warmly responded to his questioning, praising the rising star after his early achievements. He stated:

“I didn’t have as much success as you’re having at such a young age! Like I think when you start to have success at a young age, you’re going to – I think the biggest thing that I realised is managing your time. You’re going to be pulled in so many different directions.

“You’ve got one, two, three, four, I can see five sponsors on you at this point, right? So it’s just trying to manage your time to realise what got you to this position, right?”

It is worth noting that Tom Kim became a pro in 2018 and has since won 11 professional events and reached 13 in the OWGR.

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