Incredible Facts on Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods is the most predominant name in the global arena of professional golf. There is hardly any career golfer who is unaware of this famous name. In the history of US golf, Tiger Woods is considered one of the all-time best players. His dazzling performance and fantastic skill sets have made him unparalleled.

From an early age, he had been demonstrating his talents. He has been showcasing his extraordinary contributions and passions for the game to date. His influence in this game is highly praiseworthy. He was born to an African-American father and a Thai mother. The whole world applauds his enviable golf records.

This article has tried to focus on various exciting aspects of this living legend. Some of the magical facts that will draw your attention to go deep inside the colorful character of Tiger Woods.

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Naming Mystery

Although the world knows him as Tiger Woods, his real name is Eldrick Tont Woods. Interestingly, the first part of his character has combined the first letter of his father's name (Earl Dennison Woods) and the first letter of his mother's name (Kultida Woods) at the end as the initial. His father was a US Army Infantry Officer. In remembrance of his close friend in the army, Mr. Earl named his son Tiger. This splendid player is known as Tiger Woods instead of his real name.

The transformation from an Amateur to a Pro

He was a child prodigy, and his athlete father favored and supported him a lot by introducing golf when he was only two years old. Because his father was an army personnel having an intense passion for golf, Tiger got the privilege of playing at the Navy golf course beside the Joint Forces Training Base with his father.

When Tiger was only 11 years old, he defeated his father. He won the Junior World Golf Championships six times, and from 1988 to 1991, he was a four consecutive years' champion. At 15, Tiger became the youngest Junior Amateur Champion in the US. 

Tiger Woods started his career as an amateur. Winning three consecutive titles in the US Amateur Championship laid the Foundation for his grand success in the arena. Till today his record of consecutive winning is untouched and unbroken.

Passion for Basketball

Apart from golf, Tiger Woods was an enthusiastic basketball player, particularly in their early life of college days. Like golf, he performed very well on the basketball court. He loved to play basketball so much that the Kansas State University team happily took him in the band.

Man of Records

The golf world has seen a tremendous performer Tiger Woods who has won many golf lovers' hearts with understanding and proliferation. His performances are so eye-catchy, soothing, and delightful that making and breaking new records in golf for him is no more a wonder!!

He has bagged 17 Guinness World records in several categories of golf so far!! Tiger Woods is one of a few athletic geniuses who is simultaneously the most exclusive earning golfer and has won almost all major tournaments in a row.

Earning Billions is a Journey

Tiger Woods is one of the highest-paid athletes in the world every year. In 2009 he got the billionaire title and his career earning is $1.7 billion whereas the net worth of this Afro-American golfer is around $800 million. Considering the age range, he is one of the top billionaire athletes.

It is for sure that his hard work and dedication for the golf have catapulted him to the apex of success. However, hefty sponsorships and jaw-dropping prize money are also fueling his journey towards the triumph!! If the legacy continues, he will soon reach the prestigious 'Billion Net-Worth Club.'

Personal Life

The personal Lives of Tiger Woods are very colorful and bumpy. In 2003, he got engaged to ex-model Elin Nordegren whom he married in 2004. Their daughter Sam Alexis Woods was born in 2007, and her son Charlie was born in 2009. However, several reasons made their relationship bitter, and they got divorced in 2010. Although Tiger Woods had engaged with some women after his divorce, he stabilized in a relationship with Erica Herman in 2017.

Dream Luxury Home

Tiger Woods owns a very spectacular 12-acre property on a lush green beach at Jupiter Island in Florida. He got the property with his ex-wife & A luxurious beach view house has been built on it. Mini golf ground and greeneries around the home have increased the aesthetic value of the property. The house is a tranquil living place.

Garland of Achievements

Tiger Woods is a living legend in the play of golf. His attainments are glorious. He participated in more than 80 Tour tiles and won 15 majors. It is a fact that without hard work, struggle, deep focus, and obsession with the game, he could never have become a great golfer. He is unstoppable because of his persistence and stamina. In 84 International Golf events, he won 15 majors, placed 2nd seven times, and put 3rd four times. He was within top-5 for 33 times, within top-10 for 41 times, and within top-25 59 times.

Scandals are part of life

Although he is a celebrity, Tiger Woods is, above all, a human being, and scandals touched him. Sometimes the situation is like that; his life rotates around rumors and scandals. There was a serious allegation of an extramarital affair against him with nightclub manager Rachel Uchitel.

Furthermore, he was found by the Police as a careless driver and got a penalty for immature driving. He even got a blow from his cellmate in prison. These issues broke the relationship between the sponsors and Woods. However, after that, he managed to retain his earlier image, and sponsors came back with new contracts.

Arrest over the Controversy of Drug vs. Medication

The Jupiter Police Department of Florida caught this golf maestro in 2017 for drug-driving charges. Police filed the case against him on the ground that he fell asleep while the engine of his SUV was on and it was moving. However, Woods stated that the Police arrested him with the wrong perception of drug consumption. He instead took the medication, which might have complications of sleepiness.

Trademark Color

Tiger widely sawed wearing a redshirt. Many people think that red is the signature color of Woods. Usually, he loves to wear red on the last day of any tournament, which he believes will bring him a fortune. Some of his accomplices say that Woods got the belief of the significance of the red color from his mother. However, Woods never said anything about his color preference.

Movies and Music

Like many ordinary people, Woods has a special affection for music and movies. In some cases, his taste surpasses the average preference. He enjoys his leisure time watching favorite movies and listening to mind-touching tracks. Apart from Hollywood movies, he is a great fan of the James Bond series!!

Writing: Hidden Gem Within

Like a highly skilled golfer, Woods is equally a successful writer. "How I Play Golf," written by him, is one of his bestsellers. This book is an excellent guide for the newbies who will receive its detailed directives. In 2017, he published "1997 Master class: My Story," focusing on his first Master class win. Furthermore, he writes columns for Golf Digest on a regular interval.

Charity Begins at Home

Tiger Woods is a man of broad heart. He earns billions of dollars from playing golf and contributes many charity works, including child education and training on golf. The Tiger Woods Foundation exclusively donates to several charitable organizations. After getting established in 1996, the Foundation has reached thousands of beneficiaries to meet their challenges. His most significant donation was for the earthquake victims of Haiti back in 2010.

Final Words

It is true that, like other human beings, Tiger Woods is not beyond mistakes. Many people may think his personal life is not going right. However, keeping all the negativeness aside, we can conclude by saying that Tiger Woods is a great entertainer in golf. His dedication and passion for the play have made him an illuminating personality!!