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Despite Going Against Tiger Woods’ Ideology, LIV Defector Dustin Johnson Is the Only Pro Who Came to Close to Demolishing His Record

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Tiger Woods is synonymous with golf. There are many legends who have made history in the sport, and perhaps Woods did not quite defeat them all, but he single-handedly set too many unbreakable records. His superhuman streaks of cuts and wins have left the golf world stunned.

However difficult it may be for golfers to take on Tiger Woods’ records, there are some rising stars who come close to individual goals. One LIV Golfer came the closest to his PGA Tour win streak. Let’s find out who he is.

The story behind Tiger Woods’ insane winning streak

Back in 1999 and 2000, when Tiger Woods was still a rookie, he had the longest streak of PGA Tour wins with 6 consecutive title grabs. He won 9 titles in total that year but his consecutive run on the PGA Tour was awe-inspiring.

In the 2006-07 season, sadly, the GOAT of Golf faced a personal tragedy when his father passed away on the 3rd of May. Once the epic golfer made peace with his grief over losing the man he idolized, he clinched the Open Championship title at Royal Liverpool with 18-under par in honor of his father. He followed that victory with an amazing run of 6 more wins on the PGA Tour that season; 7 if we include the European Tour victory as well.

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There is only one golfer who made an attempt to match Woods’ inhumane record while he was still on the PGA Tour. Dustin Johnson came as close as three consecutive wins on the PGA Tour. Some have come close to matching his consecutive cuts and fewest shots record, but consecutive wins? That’s a hard one to beat.

There is a lot of speculation about LIV Golfers being unable to meet the competition on the cut-throat PGA Tour. However, DJ managed almost half the record of Tiger Woods, a legend whose name is never taken lightly. Even though the two-time Major winner defected to LIV Golf, the legacy he left behind is untarnished.

Dustin Johnson remains a force despite defecting to LIV Golf

The Cheetah has always been a force to be reckoned with regardless of which circuit he plays in. Winning three consecutive tournaments on the PGA Tour is not a simple feat. Nor is it easy to walk away from that sort of legacy.

Dustin Johnson currently plays on the LIV Golf circuit and is the captain of the 4Aces. Recently he made it to the top 10 at the 2023 US Open. Despite being a LIV Golfer, he is the only member of the golfing world to almost do what Tiger Woods did. He was able to do what no one on the PGA Tour has done since. What are your thoughts on Tiger Woods’ streak? Share your thoughts and comments with us below.

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Currently On An Indefinite Break, Tiger Woods Continues to Get Commemorated For His Inhuman Contribution to Golf

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In the world of golf, the evolution of spinning money for motivation is relatively new. To be perfectly honest, up until Tiger Woods started making headlines, drawing TRPs, huge endorsements, and a massive number of eyeballs, major players were pretty much just getting by.

But with the advent of the Saudi-backed LIV golf league and the subsequent upheaval in prize money and earnings on the PGA Tour, has changed the golf landscape for the better. Let us take a look at how the situation has changed over time.

How the face of golf earnings has changed in the past 4 decades

In the 1980s golf pros on the money list making it into the Tour had not much to look forward to financially. As shared by Lou Stagner on Twitter , the 125th-ranked player on the money list earned $19,895 when the cost of living required a solid $2000 more than that.

Then, in the mid-90s, Tiger Woods entered the scene of professional golf. His extraordinary talents on the links instantly attracted sponsors and made him a fan favorite. This inspired more coverage, thus improving the viewership of events. Eventually, the prize money started to increase dramatically. When he first donned the green jacket at the 1997 Masters, Woods won a little short of half a million. By the time he wore that jacket again in 2001, his winner’s payout was a massive $1.5 million.

Since then, several golf tournaments have undergone an expanding prize purse each year till the stats showed that in 2022, the player ranked 125th on the money list had a hefty sum of $1,026,002 when the cost of living was easily covered by $87,864!

The increase in golf purses has made it a more favored professional sport that spring players are flocking to, unleashing their talents, and hoping to shine brighter in a field in which they excel.

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What fans have to say about the incredible transformation of payouts

Some fans are thrilled to see the progress in the amount next to the players on the money list. It is inspiring, and they credit this change to Woods for altering the pace. One fan fondly said, “Also, kudos to the Tiger effect. In 1996, I believe the top 9 on the money list were at $1M+ out of the top 125. Now everyone in top 125 earns $1M+. Of course before expenses and I’m sure inflation helped, but quite a bump in just 25 years.” While another fan added, “This is why every professional golfer should tithe 10% to Tiger.”

Some fans believe the golfing world ought to thank Tiger Woods for changing the outlook of the sport and people’s perception of it. They added with love, “They all need to send a thank you note to Tiger,” and “Tiger brought the big money in.”

There are also fans who credit Phil Mickelson and the whole LIV Golf agenda for the massive increase in prize purse in the last year alone. They shared their views saying, “Now do the numbers before LIV, Phil forced the tour to pay those guys more.”
Of course, some admirers of the sport pointed out the nuances involved with the earnings.
Needless to say, fans and non-admirers have different approaches to the increased prize money, accounting inflation, and various other factors. However, the players vying for a professional tour card to turn pro and try their skills against prolific golfers are more inspired than ever.
What are your thoughts on the 1980 vs 2022 prize money changes? Do you think Tiger Woods impacted the face of pro golf or is it a matter of inflation? Share your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments below.
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Watch: When Tiger Woods left Phil Mickelson ‘heartbroken’ with a birdie at Bay Hill in 2001

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 Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson

Soon after debuting on the PGA Tour, Tiger Woods became a dominant force on the American golf circuit. In the course of ten years, between 1996-2006, he registered 54 victories, including 12 major golf tournaments.

Just recently, NUCLR GOLF shared a throwback video of Tiger Woods’ incredible birdie on par 18 to defeat another top golfer of that time, Phil Mickelson at the Bay Hill Invitational 2001, now known as Arnold Palmer Invitational.

The video was first shared by Skratch on their Twitter handle back in 2018. Here is the video:

It happened during the final stage of the Bay Hill Invitational when Phil Mickelson carded two consecutive birdies to take the lead. Then on his final hole, he shot a great par save.

Then 26-year-old Woods had terrible few shots in the final round hitting two fairways. Then on the 16th, he pulled out his 7-iron to hit the ball on the greens of par-5, to finally putt a birdie.

However, on his 18th hole, he hit an abysmal shot that appeared to be out of the boundary. The ball hit a spectator and reflected back to the ground. He later picked up the ball and hit 195 yards shot that landed him 15 feet near the hole. He, then, sank an unbelievable birdie to defeat Mickelson by a mere margin of one stroke to register his 25th PGA Tour victory.

 Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson

Interestingly, Woods has won the Arnold Palmer Invitational, formerly known as Bay Hill Invitational, eight times in his career, this is tied for most victories in a single event on the PGA Tour.

Comparing Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson: Wins and Net Worth

Well, comparing Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson is tough, as both of them are modern legends of golf. However, the latter is way behind Woods.

On one side where Woods has 82 PGA Tour titles registered to his name, Mickelson has 45 titles under his belt, which is just more than half of the former.

Tiger Woods has an impressive record with 15 major wins in his career. He secured five Masters Tournament victories (1997, 2001, 2002, 2005, and 2019), four PGA Championship wins (1999, 2000, 2006, and 2007), three US Open titles (2000, 2002, and 2008), and three Open Championship victories (2000, 2005, and 2006). He has achieved three career grand slams by winning all the majors at least three times.

On the other hand, Phil Mickelson has six major wins to his name. He has three Masters Tournament victories (2004, 2006, and 2010), two PGA Championship wins (2005 and 2021), and an Open Championship win in 2013. However, he is yet to secure a US Open title.

As per Forbes, Tiger Woods has a whopping net worth of $1.8 billion, which included $121 million won on-course on the PGA Tour.

Meanwhile, Phil Mickelson is way behind and has a net worth of $400 million, as per golf monthly. However, he has a massive on-course earning of $94 million on the PGA Tour. And if he had not switched to LIV Golf, he might have surpassed Tiger Woods in this aspect as the latter does not compete regularly now.

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4 Years After Isolating His Family, Tiger Woods’ Expensive Gesture Failed to Mend Fences, Leaving His Half-Sibling Distraught

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Tiger Woods is a name synonymous to the sport of golf. That’s how powerful his aura has been in the game. The 82 times PGA Tour winner has set more records than shattered them. His game has become the standard and an inspiration for golfers to follow.

But unlike his strong persona on the field, his private life has always been a roller-coaster ride. From his split from his ex-wife Elin Nordegren to his $30 million lawsuit with his ex girlfriend Erica Herman, the world is always trying to take a deeper dive into Tiger’s personal life. And now his strained relationship with his half siblings has become the talk of the town!

Woods’ half sister makes strong remarks against him

Tiger Woods happens to have a half-sister, Royce Renee Woods. Born in 1961, she is 14 years older than him. When Woods was at Stanford, she lived in California. Woods used to visit her home to meet her because they lived so close to each other. This eventually developed into a bond between them.

Royce used to prepare Woods’ meals and do his laundry to help him out, for which she received a house from the golf legend as a gift of appreciation. The connection, however, quickly deteriorated following the death of their father, Earl Woods.

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None of the siblings have been able to get in touch with Woods since Earl’s funeral. The golf GOAT cut off ties with his half siblings, and it’s been four years since Woods has connected with his siblings.
This left a sour taste in Royce’s heart. In a 2010 book named ‘His Father’s Son’, Royce told the author Tom Callahan, “I would live in a shack, literally a shack, if I could have my relationship with my brother back.”

Not just Royce, but Woods’ half brothers also share the same feelings for him.

Earl Woods Jr. alleges Tiger Woods of estrangement

Woods also has two half brothers, Kevin Dale Woods and Cheyenne Woods’ father, Earl Jr. Kevin was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2009. His condition was 60 to 70 percent worse, according to Earl Jr., which led him to a life in a wheelchair.

The golfing legend is apparently not in the mood for any interaction, according to Earl Jr., who claimed they tried to approach the 15 times major champion for assistance but their messages never made it to Woods. ”I leave messages. I leave updates on Kevin, but for whatever reason I don’t get a response. … Kevin loves Tiger. A call from Tiger would really pump Kevin up. When he doesn’t call, it just makes him feel worse,” Earl Woods Jr. said.

Tiger has always been a wonderful father to his kids and a wonderful son to his parents, but it is undeniable that his relationship with his half-siblings requires more time and love to mend.

What are your thoughts on Woods’ relationship with his half-siblings? Let us know in the comments below.

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Tiger Woods’ focus playing with son Charlie at the PNC Championship is simple: have fun

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ORLANDO — For once, Tiger Woods wasn’t the main attraction on a driving range. That honor went to a sweet-swinging 14-year-old who shares his last name.

All eyes at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, and on the golf interwebs, were fixed Thursday on Charlie Woods. He teed it up for a full 18 alongside his 15-time major winning father in the pro-am for this weekend’s PNC Championship, where Team Woods will make its debut in the event formerly known as the Father-Son Challenge.

The first thing you notice is the size difference. Charlie comes up to his dad’s belly button, a reminder that while he’s becoming a household name, the pre-teen remains a half-decade away from a driver’s license. The next thing that jumps out are the uncanny similarities—in their swings, yes, but more so in their mannerisms. The way they twirl their club after a striped drive. The way they recoil after going after one extra hard. The way they let their right arm dangle after an approach shot. Even the way they toss golf balls to each other, flicking the wrist as if shooting a three-pointer.

One thing is clear: Charlie has been watching his dad as closely as the rest of us.

“It’s so much fun for me to see him enjoying the game,” Woods said. He uses the word enjoy rather frequently when talking about his son’s golfing journey. Fun first, everything else a very distant second. “That’s the whole idea. Just enjoying it, hitting shots, creating those shots. Some of the shots he hit on the front nine, the back nine, it’s just so cool for me to see him enjoying the sport.”

The younger Woods has drawn attention this year for his strong play in junior tournaments over the summer, having won multiple nine-hole events in Florida with under-par scores. You needed to see only one swing on the range to understand why—his move is, simply put, breathtakingly good. Athletic and free, natural and powerful. He striped his TaylorMade driver down the center of the first fairway, seemingly impervious to the 30-person crowd watching his every move. Such is life for Tiger Woods’ only son.

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“He’s been playing junior golf tournaments, and he’s been out in front, having people video him,” Tiger said. “This is a different world that we live in now. Everyone has a phone, everyone has an opportunity to video. He’s been out there. He’s enjoying it, and that’s the whole idea.”

Enjoying it, but also laser-focused. The competitive gene runs strong in the Woods clan, and Charlie did not seem to be in exhibition mode. He closely studied his yardage book on each tee. He discussed start lines and wind directions with his pop. He plotted his way around on a blustery morning, reaching the par-5 fifth hole in two (from a forward tee) and sticking his approach on the par-4 11th to kick-in range. And he even needled his father, imploring him to take aggressive lines and “fly it over the trees, dad!”

Team Woods will play another pro-am practice round on Friday before beginning the two-day scramble event alongside Justin Thomas and his dad, Mike, at 11:48 a.m. local time Saturday. There will be a third father-son duo in the group: Tiger’s caddie Joe LaCava and his son, Joe LaCava Jr., who is on Charlie’s bag this week.

Surely there will be more than a little trash talk in that group. Woods and Thomas have grown close over the years, and Charlie has hung around JT quite a bit back home in Southeastern Florida.

“He likes to needle me a little bit,” Thomas said with a smile, “I was joking with [Golf Channel’s Steve Burkowski], I have to remind myself that he’s 11-year-old sometimes and I need to watch what I say.

“They’re very similar. I mean, who wouldn’t want to be like your dad if your dad is Tiger Woods?”

Tiger will join in on the trash talk with JT, but one thing he won’t do is push Charlie—to play golf, or to do anything else. Woods was 95 percent father, 5 percent golf coach on Thursday. Yes, he discussed shots with Charlie, but only if Charlie approached him first. There is no helicopter parenting going on here. If Charlie winds up with the same burning passion for golf greatness that Woods did, great. If he doesn’t, that’s cool, too. And that’s a lesson, Woods says, he learned from his father.

“My dad never pushed me to play golf, run track, cross country—any of those things. It was about spending those moments. Whatever Charlie decides to do, whether it’s golf or not, as long as he enjoys it … and he’s doing that.”

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Tiger Woods’ spectacular oceanside mansion worth $54,000,000 boasts ultimate golfing experience for his kids

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The 15-time major champion Tiger Woods’ astounding wealth is known to every golf fan. But do you know about his lavish mansion on Jupiter Island that is worth a whopping $54 million?

The mansion was a talking point when the golfer’s ex-girlfriend Erica Harmon filed a case against him for allegedly kicking her out of their shared house unlawfully. However, now that the case is closed, as Harman decided to drop it, Woods is the sole owner of the luxurious property.

The property was built in 2010 by Tiger Woods and has two main structures, a 3,300 square-foot house, which is connected with another 6,400 square-foot building.

The luxurious mansion also has several other amenities, namely, a state-of-the-art gym, a swimming pool, a private cinema, a basketball-cum-tennis court, and an oxygen therapy room. The property also has a mini-golf course built on 3.5 acres of land.

The mini-golf course has four holes inspired by the golf courses Tiger Woods played at throughout his career. It is truly an ultimate golfing experience for him and his two kids, Sam Alexis and Charlie Woods.

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How much has Tiger Woods earned from his golf career?

As confirmed by Forbes, the 15-time major champion is already a billionaire. He has amassed a whopping net worth of $1.7 billion. He is currently the top earner (on course) on the PGA Tour. As per Golf Week, Woods has garnered a total on-course amount of $120,954,766 during his playing career spanning over 27 years on the Tour.

Interestingly, Tiger Woods has won 82 PGA Tour titles, which ties him with Sam Snead. Other than that, he has won each major tournament, at least, thrice in his career.

Woods has multiple brands signed as an ambassador. His most notable association is with Nike, a deal he signed back in 1996. Mega-giant companies like Monster Energy, Bridgestone, TaylorMade, and Rolex are also among his long list of sponsors.

Why is Tiger Woods not competing professionally these days?

The 15-time major champion golfer has been mostly off of golf courses in the last few years. He did participate in the first major of 2023 in April, The Masters Tournament. However, he was forced to withdraw from the event due to bad ankle issues.

Since then, the star American golfer has not competed in any tournaments this season.

In a Twitter post, Tiger Woods shared that he underwent a subtalar fusion procedure to address his prolonged injury. The surgery was a successful one, but, his return to competitive events is still unknown.

Sometime, around last year, Woods also spoke about his future in golf. The golfer shared that he may not be competing continuously but will definitely try to tee up at major tournaments.

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