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For a considerable amount of time, Tiger Woods has been absent from the golf course. The most shocking was definitely the merger. Woods declined the $800 million offer from LIV Golf, not knowing that his league, the PGA Tour, would soon merge with LIV Golf. Many golfers reacted to the news, but we still haven’t gotten any words from Woods.

However, as it seems, Woods is busy these days, despite the fact that the golf industry is occupied with its own things. Together with his PGA Tour friend Rory McIlroy, Woods made a significant move last year when they invested around $14.7 million to launch the TGL, a virtual golf league. There was also a significant update to his $5,200,000 entertainment project.

New venue for the PopStroke golf facility

A mini-golf entertainment venue co-owned by Tiger Woods is coming to San Antonio. Woods designed the 18-hole putting courses at PopStroke venues. To make golf more accessible for players of all ages and abilities, Tiger and his TGR Design team became the visionaries behind PopStroke’s 18-hole putting courses.

Popstroke revealed in April that it would be bringing its putt-and-entertainment facility to several Texas cities in 2023, including San Antonio. The location was not made public at the time of the announcement. However, the PopStroke is moving to the Northside near Shavano Park, according to a recent filing with the state.

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By March 2024, the project will be finished at a cost of around $5,200,000. There will be 37 mini-golf holes in the new facility. Now the San Antonio players will hone their golfing skills at the Woods-designed holes.

For Woods, this is unquestionably the finest news. However, in a different instance, Woods’ business partner experienced a significant setback.

Tiger Woods’ partner is in legal trouble

Together with Woods, British billionaire Joe Lewis built Albany Golf and Leisure Resorts in the Bahamas. He was recently accused by US authorities of developing a trading system and disseminating illegal information to his associates, acquaintances, and personal aides.

It is an instance of corporate corruption, according to US authorities. He is undoubtedly struggling, but his defense attorneys have promised to fight the accusations and clear his name.

Even though Woods is absent from the competitive field, his involvement in these projects gives future sportsmen a tremendous opportunity to follow in his footsteps. Woods is making sure to give his input to the upcoming golfers.

What do you think about the new location of PopStroke golf facilities? Let us know in the comments.

Holding off Tiger Woods on the golf course is not an easy task. Considered to be one of the best golfers in the world, Woods has always been a formidable opponent and rather intimidating to face. PGA Tour veteran Greg Chalmers recalls, recently recalled the time he had to face off against Woods in his prime.

The incident came at a time when Chalmers and Woods were competing in the 1994 Eisenhower Trophy in France. Speaking via Golf.com Chalmers said that the first thought he had about Tiger Woods was:
“Holy s—, this guy’s pretty f—— good!”

Greg Chalmers has had eight international victories between 1995 and 2014, including the 2011 Australian PGA Championship. It was during this time that he held off Tiger Woods‘ charge for the victory.

Chalmers did not go into the tournament thinking about Woods, but it soon became apparent that Woods was not going anywhere. He said:

“Just a hot last day. Wasn’t really thinking consciously about what it was with Tiger or anything like that. Just got hot going the last day, three under through a handful, and then just hung on like crazy.”

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Greg Chalmers holds off Tiger Woods by two strokes to win 2011 Australian PGA Title

The last round of the 2011 Australian PGA Championship was a rollercoaster ride for Chalmers. The last hole especially, was a tough one to complete. Chalmers had to bunker-shot the par 3 hole to keep himself in competition. He recalled:

“I hit it to two feet on 15, and that was, on a par 3, a birdie. And that got me kind of a couple in front. And then I missed the green on 16, missed the green and had to get up and down, made a five-footer.”

“And then I missed the green on 18, it’s a tough par 3 and I had one of those 40-yard bunker shots into the wind kind of thing and hit it out to six feet, made that.”

Ultimately, Chalmers did hold on to the win, beating John Senden by one shot and Tiger Woods by two shots.

Life can become really overwhelming sometimes, and in times like those, everyone longs for that one piece of advice that might just help them in doing any better. A PGA Tour veteran, who once had a very interesting sudden-death 18-hole playoff with Tiger Woods in 2008, recently shared one of the life-changing advice he likes to follow in case things start to go south for him.

The Tour veteran shared the advice, for golfers who sometimes feel that they might not be able to do good on a particular shot. Well, let us find out what the veteran is trying to say!

PGA Tour veteran shares a trick to turn negative thoughts into positive ones  

Rocco Mediate is one of the golfers that fans absolutely adore. They love to see the 6X PGAT champion on the course, and off the course as well. Recently a golfer named, Brian Mogg posted a video on his Instagram where he was talking to the 60-year-old about fighting negative thoughts.

To everyone’s surprise, the veteran golfer had quite insightful advice about it. Mediate said if there is ever a time you feel that you might not be able to do a good job on the shot, the easiest thing to do is just say a few bad things about your game beforehand. Giving an example of what a person can say, the 6x PGA Tour winner said,  “I am the worst at this shot on the face of the earth.”

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You must be wondering what kind of advice this is. Well, there is a catch! According to the golfer, when you say this to yourself, you are setting no expectations and even the little achievement afterward feels great. He said after ridiculing yourself, the next thing is to “prove yourself wrong”. The magic lies in changing the negative and “crappy” thoughts & excuses into positive ones. Mogg jokingly offered to pay a sum of $100 for the golfer’s “gold” advice, but Mediate replied, “It’s free.”

We wonder if this was the tactic that was in the 60-year-old’s mind during the iconic playoff he had against Tiger Woods in 2008 during the US Open.

Tiger Woods and Rocco Mediate’s historic 18-hole playoff 

Mediate was on his way to becoming the most senior winner of the US Open at the age of 45 in 2008 when he was roadblocked by Woods. The 5-time Masters champion got off to a rough start to the US Open that year and started the playoff with a double bogey.

In the sudden-death playoff, the two golfers went head-to-head with each other, and finally, Woods took the upper hand. He waited to celebrate as Mediate still had a chance to tie the score again. Unfortunately, the 60-year-old missed the shot, and the 2008 US Open became one of the most memorable victories of the golfing legend’s career.

Tiger Woods, a name that needs no explanation or introduction, is arguably the greatest golfer of all time. His fandom reaches miles, and his name is synonymous with the sport.

But going back in time to when Woods was just starting his career in 1996, his merits as a golfer were questioned in an interview during the Greater Milwaukee Open. And 20 years later Tiger Woods went on to take his sweet revenge from Curtis Strange.

What transpired in the infamous 1996 interview?

In the early phases of a sportsman’s life, the ambition to be great and the aspiration to have triumphs are often viewed as being vain or having an ego regarding oneself. One such victim was Tiger Woods himself. This golf legend didn’t start his career with much fame and even received discouragement. Woods had a pretty harsh encounter with American professional golfer and TV commentator Curtis Strange. Strange literally mocked Woods for his positive golf objectives and took it more as Woods’ arrogance.

During the interview, the now 15 times major winner was questioned about how far he saw his place in the Greater Milwaukee Open, and in answer to that, he replied that he saw himself as grabbing a win at the title. This came as a bit of a shock to Strange, who said, “To me, that comes off as a little cocky or brash… You know, the other guys on tour have been out here for years and years with certainly ample records. What do you say to those guys?”

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And in answer to that, Woods said, “Why go on tour if you are not going to try and win…I want to win; that’s just my nature.” And Strange went on to make a bold comment while having a smirk on his face in response, “You’ll learn.”

But Woods went on to win his first career major the very next year by emerging victorious at the 1997 Masters Championship at the age of 21. He thrivingly broke Strange’s skepticism and literally ruled the golf world with his stellar performance throughout his prime years.

It was evident that Curtis couldn’t quite predict what was coming his way, and he muttered the most misjudged utterance of his life. Finally, in 2016, according to Golfweek, Curtis said, “As far as the (‘You’ll learn’) comment that went semi-viral, I think the world was thinking the same thing I said, for Christ’s sake,” admitting that it was just something that he assumed and perhaps anybody would have thought the same.

Strange’s confession of misreading the fate of Tiger Woods

Back in 1996, Strange questioned Woods about his golfing capabilities. But later, he regretted his misjudgment and confessed to Tiger Woods, “I told Tiger years later, ‘I learned. Maybe I was wrong and you were right.” He also added, “Or maybe we were both right. 

Thus, perhaps, as Strange told us back then, a second or third position is not that bad of a place to be. But Woods didn’t want to settle for anything less than a win. He strived for excellence, and victory was his only slogan.

Do you think that maybe it was too soon for Curtis Strange to judge Tiger Woods.? Let us know in the comments below.

Tiger Woods, the golf legend, might be missing from the majors due to his ongoing recovery from injury, but he continues to make headlines in unexpected ways. Recently, the world witnessed not one, but two instances of fans channeling their inner Tiger by donning his iconic style.

It came to light recently that Hailey Bieber was spotted dawning a vintage Tiger Woods nike cap. Subsequently, his popular red and black combination was spotted at the Korn Ferry Tour. The golfing icon’s influence on and off the course remains ever-present, proving that his legacy is truly one for the ages.

Barstool Trent — The Tiger Woods Lookalike

In a delightful twist, Barstool Trent, a well-known figure on social media, set the golf community abuzz when he posted a photo of himself on Twitter, dressed head to toe like Tiger Woods. He was spotted at the Korn Ferry Tour. Donning a red tee shirt with signature striped patterns reminiscent of Tiger’s famous attire and a black cap, Trent carried a microphone while exuding undeniable Tiger-like charisma.
The NUCLR GOLF page on Twitter was quick to notice the resemblance, sharing Trent’s photo and captioning it with excitement. It seems like even when Tiger is not on the course, his style still inspires golf enthusiasts and personalities alike.
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Hailey Bieber — A Touch of Tiger’s Vintage Style

Tiger Woods’ impact transcends the world of sports and seeps into the entertainment industry as well. Hailey Bieber, a popular Hollywood star and former IMG model, sent fans into a frenzy when she was spotted sporting a vintage cap with an original “TW” logo. The cap, no longer in production, became a fashion statement with a touch of Tiger’s iconic flair.

As news of Hailey’s fashion choice spread, it further showcased Tiger’s lasting influence and reach beyond the golfing realm. The legendary golfer’s association with Nike has had a profound impact on fashion and popular culture, making his signature styles highly sought after by fans from all walks of life.

Tiger’s style continues to inspire and captivate fans. Tiger’s long-standing partnership with Nike has not only elevated his own career but has also left an indelible mark on the sport and fashion industries. As fans eagerly await Tiger’s return to the greens, his presence looms large in unexpected and delightful ways. Whether it’s on the course or off it, Tiger Woods’ influence is a testament to his enduring legacy. He is one of the greatest golfers and style icons in history.

As the world celebrates International Tigers Day, a tribute to the namesake and golf’s great Tiger Woods is just as essential. Woods is often regarded as one of the greatest golfers in history, and rightfully so! He has had so many accolades and tournaments to his name that the celebration of his career and his record just makes sense.

Of the thousands of interesting moments the golf legend has witnessed on the court, one stands out. It’s the story of how the roaring golfer was once pushed above and beyond his exceptional skills by his former caddie, Steve Williams.

Tiger Woods former caddie once helped him excel in his stellar skills 

Williams, Woods’ former caddie, was on his bag for 12 whole years. The two partnered from 1999 to 2011, and he saw the golfer in his best element and in his worst element as well. No matter what the Golf Hall of Famer was going through, his former caddie stood by him and encouraged him to do better.

Oftentimes, spectators and fans do not realize the kind of stress that a golfer goes through while competing on the course. It can get tough! As mentioned on Page 139 of the memoirOut of the Rough, it was the 2005 Masters, and the 82X PGAT winner was chasing his career’s ninth major, and he found himself in a situation he had never been in before.

Woods was in “total control of a major championship and stumbled.” Why? As speculated by the New Zealander, the reason Woods’ stumbled was because of the confusion between his new coach, Hank Haney’s swing pattern, and his old habits.

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The 15-time major champion was competing against Chris DiMarco at Augusta, and DiMarco tied with Woods; the winner was to be decided by the playoffs. As Williams and the golfer reached the 18th, he felt that something was not right with Woods. He felt that the golfer needed to be revved up. Williams said the magical words to his friend: “Remember, you’re Tiger Woods, eight-time major champion. This guy hasn’t won one – show him why you’ve won so many.” As a result, Woods hit a birdie on the first playoff hole and won the ninth major of his career, the 2005 Masters.

Well, it is indeed an interesting thing to know about the 2005 Augusta, but this moment alone was not the only one that was the best 2005 memory. There is one more special memory from that year’s Masters tournament that has proven to be one of the best for Tiger Woods.

Woods played one of the most memorable shots at Augusta in 2005

It is very hard to forget Tiger Woods’ most iconic chip-in shot at the 16th hole that he played during the final round. After his par-3 tee shot, Woods found himself with a tricky second shot almost 16 feet away. In that situation, he shot the ball to the left of the pin and watched it as it slowly rolled down the slope toward the cup.

From its appearance, it looked like the ball would come up short, but another half-rotation gave the shot just enough momentum to roll off the lip of the cup and into the hole. As a result, Woods and the crowd roared together and were absolutely elated.

What are your thoughts about the legendary moment when Steve Williams pushed the golf great to extend his limit, and as a result, we got a champion? Let us know below in the comments!

Greg Chalmers, a veteran of the Australian Tour, recounted his amazing experience of fending off Tiger Woods‘ charge to win the 2011 Australian PGA Championship in a recent episode of Subpar. Chalmers recalled the tension and exhilaration of competing against one of golf’s greatest legends. Chalmers had first met Woods in 1994 at the Eisenhower Trophy competition.

Chalmers’ victory serves as a reminder that the game is full of twists and turns and that competition can be strong even when playing against great rivals like Tiger Woods as the golfing world listens to his compelling story. Greg Chalmers’ journey and his incredible triumph against such formidable opposition will definitely serve as an example for aspiring golfers and serve as proof of the exhilarating and unpredictable character of the game.

Chalmers holds off Tiger Woods in a thrilling showdown

Chalmers found himself in the thick of the action on the championship’s last day, without giving Tiger Woods’ inclusion in the field any thought. “Just a hot last day. Wasn’t really thinking consciously about what it was with Tiger or anything like that. Just got hot going the last day, three under through a handful, and then just hung on like crazy,” he said as he recalled the previous day.

Chalmers put his skills on display by making a spectacular birdie on the par-3 15th hole when he struck it within two feet from the hole’s target. He gained a significant advantage over his rivals thanks to this critical stroke. He navigated the difficult 16th hole when the adrenaline was pounding, and he was able to get up and down with a necessary five-footer for par.

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The 18th hole, a difficult par-3 that required accuracy, presented Chalmers with yet another difficult test with the tournament on the line. Chalmers hit a spectacular shot to six feet from the hole as he was trapped in a bunker about 40 yards from the green and against a strong wind. He made the tricky putt for par, displaying steely nerves to clinch the championship.

Chalmers beat John Senden by just one shot in the end, and he had a two-shot advantage over Tiger Woods. After eight victories on other continents from 1995 to 2014, Chalmers’ first PGA Tour victory came at a pivotal time in his career.

The Aftermath: Chalmers reflects on victory amidst Tiger’s highlight reel

The funniest aspect of his victory, though, came after the title, when Chalmers was relaxing at home and watching the tournament’s best moments while sipping bourbon. To his astonishment, Tiger Woods’ impressive shot was chosen as the “shot of the day” rather than his vital birdie on the 15th hole.

“I’m like, you mother!” Chalmers laughed and exclaimed. “Not happy. The guy gets everything.”

Chalmers’ victory over Woods became a treasured experience in his professional life, demonstrating that despite competing against one of the best golfers of all time, he possessed the talent and willpower to triumph on a significant platform.

What’s your take on Chalmers’ triumph over Woods? Let us know your thoughts n the comments below.

JJ Redick, right now, has perhaps the most sought-after NBA podcast in the league. The former Philadelphia 76ers star has successfully solidified his “Old Man and The Three” podcast in the media. He has had a ton of NBA players on his podcast, retired and current included. JJ has a segment called “JJ Mailbag” in his segment, where he answers questions received from fans. One of the questions, he was recently asked was about his ‘Dream Golf Foursome’ squad. He had two billionaires and a Golden State Warriors star in his squad. Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, and Tiger Woods made it to his list.

Earlier, in the podcast, Redick laid his heart out and said that he and Steph would have been best friends in a different scenario. Apparently, when Curry was on the podcast, Redick had a blast with him talking about basketball and life. He also added that apart from basketball they had a lot of things in common, while he also mentioned that he has never said it to Curry. Maybe this is one of JJ’s various tricks to win Steph’s heart. In all seriousness, in the recent events, Steph has shown why he probably deserves that place on Redick’s list.

JJ Redick has Stephen Curry and Michael Jordan among his favorite gold players to watch

During the podcast, after Redick was done talking about Bill Murry and his movies, his co-host Tommy Alter asked him about his favorite golfers of all time. Interestingly, the former NBA shooting specialist only included one from professional golfing and two from basketball. He had Tiger at first, Jordan at second, and Steph at third, and all for good reasons. See what Redick had to say about his favorite golf players;

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Tiger Woods… Steph[Stephen Curry]… MJ[Michael Jordan]. That’s easy. You get to see the greatest golfer of all time, the greatest basketball player of all time to some people, and the greatest shooter of all time.”

Of course, MJ and Curry are not professional golf players, but Redick was right in saying that their competition would be worth watching. He has every right to choose his favorite player. And, there is nothing wrong to include your potential best friend in the squad. Who wouldn’t want to see his best friends competing? Perhaps it is time for Draymond Green and Klay Thompson to welcome another one in the group.

Michael Jordan wins golf bet against Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan have been golfing together since 2009. Since then they have successfully stricken an excellent friendship off the court. MJ and Woods are alphas and both are ultra-competitive. The latter might be the best golfer in the world, but there are very few who could match the relentlessness of Jordan.

In 2009, MJ was playing with Justin Timberlake and Tiger at a celebrity event at Bethpage, one of the toughest golf courses in the world. Tiger wanted to make the event a little more fun and challenged Jordan to break 92. The course is very rough and it seemed like a very daunting task. However, Michael is not one to quit. After starting a bit rough, Jordan took over, just like his old basketball days. He started a bit rough but came back to finish with 86.

When it comes to Tiger Woods, there is no shortage of famous brand sponsorships. From Nike to Rolex to TaylorMade, he has quite the reputation for wearing, using, and collaborating with big brands.

The deal with Gatorade was no different. Considered one of the most famous sports drinks in the world, Gatorade found the perfect opportunity to collaborate with Tiger Woods during his prime.

The deal was first established in 2007, when it was announced that Tiger Woods would have his own sports drink, “Tiger Focus”.

Speaking about the 5-year deal, Woods said via NBCnews:

“Gatorade has been part of my game plan for years, whether I’m training or competing, so this is an ideal match. I’m eager to launch my first signature product in a few months and look forward to developing additional sports performance beverages with Gatorade in the coming years.”

However, the deal fell apart in 2010, when Woods’ adulterous scandals came to light. Gatorade became the third company to drop Woods after AT&T and Accenture, and Gillette followed soon after.

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The four companies dropped him soon after he became exposed as a serial cheater after reportedly admitting to cheating with over 120 women.

How much money did Tiger Woods lose after being dumped by Gatorade?

Needless to say, Woods lost a lot of money due to his cheating scandal. Reportedly, the deal he signed with Gatorade was worth close to $100 million, all of which he lost when the deal fell through.

Speaking about the deal, a PepsiCo Gatorade spokesperson said in 2010:

“We no longer see a role for Tiger in our marketing efforts and have ended our relationship. Our partnership with the Tiger Woods Foundation will continue. We wish him all the best.”

Woods soon apologized for his behavior in a tight-lipped, heavily controlled televised event. However, he remained out of the public eye for almost 3 months when he crashed his car after his scandals came to light.

Many sponsors decided to drop the golfer, making him lose almost $100 million a year on average. However, other companies, like Electronic Arts, decided to continue to sponsor Woods.

Pebble Beach Golf Links is one of the most legendary golf courses ever. And it is not without reason. Just the sight of it motivates a player to give their best shot. From Jack Nicklaus to Tiger Woods, players have displayed some of their best golf here.

And one such cherished memory from this sea-hugging gem dates back to 2000 when Tiger Woods played arguably the greatest game of golf. It was the US Open where Woods made history and showcased his skills simultaneously, with just one shot. Yes, you can say that. Let’s find out more.

Tiger Woods dismisses the threat of a cliff with just one stroke

In the 100th edition of the US Open, in what was also his 100th tournament as a professional, Tiger Woods achieved an incredible feat at Pebble Beach Golf Links in 2000. At just 24 years old and in his prime, his exceptional golf display astounded his peers and spectators. A five-time major champion, Phil Mickelson, described the performance as “the greatest in golf of all time.”

In a video shared by Sharpside Golf earlier this month, the golf world can see Tiger Woods, his ex-caddie Steve Williams, and analyst Roger Maltbie. They talk about Tiger’s famous shot at the 7th hole at the 2000 US Open. Sharpsidegolf writes while posting the video, “Tiger, Stevie Williams, & Roger Maltbie recap the famous shot Tiger hit at the ‘00 US Open at Pebble Beach. Listening to Roger explain why he said what he said is gold! Love hearing these types of stories!”

Maltbie explains what the course looked like. He says while driving the ball to the seventh hole, Tiger had to face a large cliff where he was required to loft the ball up and over. That, according to Maltbie, was a significant risk. Steve Williams provides an insight into Tiger Woods’ confident attitude. He says, “When Tiger was quiet, that always was a confident feeling I got from him, and that certainly was the case. That whole… you just knew that there’s any chance you can get the club on the ball, he will do.” Roger Maltbie calls it an unfair fight because, as per him, no other player could do it.

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It’s a shame that Tiger Woods and Steve Williams split after working together for so long. The decision shocked the golf world, and Steve Williams was not expecting to be fired as a friend either. However, even though their personal and professional relationship ended, Williams still speaks of Tiger’s win at the US Open as the best of his career. Sports often set examples like these in front of people. Irrespective of what turn one’s relationship might take, the appreciation for their game never changes.

Woods broke a record made during the American Civil war

Tiger Woods received a check of $800,000 for winning the event. And became the PGA Tour’s all-time leading money-winner with winnings of $9.188 million in 2000, making an unforgettable memory for viewers and players alike. Even four-time major champion Rory McIlroy, described the performance as one-of-a-kind. He added, “Something like that’s not going to happen again.”

Woods’ numbers were also overwhelming. He finished the tournament 12 strokes under par and 15 shots ahead of his next competitors. He broke the record for the most significant margin of victory in a major championship since the Civil War. Old Tom Morris had set the previous record in the 1862 British Open.

Woods was also the first to win a US Open by double-digits under par. He played the first 22 holes without a bogey. And he presented a remarkable golf performance with three sub-par rounds. Woods was well-prepared for his triumphant experience at the Pebble Beach Golf Links in 2000.

Leading up to it, he had won 12 of his previous 23 tournaments, including the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in February of that year. His swing coach, Butch Harmon, also helped fine-tune his swing. Woods’ achievement at Pebble Beach was memorable because of his score and record-breaking performance that stunned everyone.