Tiger Woods and Son Charlie Shine with 13-Under 59 at PNC Championship, Tied for Lead

December 21, 2024
Tiger Woods and Son Charlie Shine with 13-Under 59 at PNC Championship, Tied for Lead
  • Charlie Woods shared insights from his experiences in the U.S. Junior Amateur, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the game rather than solely on winning.

  • The family-oriented nature of the tournament was highlighted with Woods' daughter Sam caddying and their mother Elin supporting from the gallery.

  • The Woods played alongside Justin Leonard and his son Luke, who is a senior and a teammate of Charlie's at the Benjamin School.

  • During their post-round press conference, both Woods and Charlie frequently mentioned the importance of having fun while playing together.

  • Tiger Woods and his 15-year-old son Charlie made a remarkable comeback by shooting a 13-under 59, including five consecutive birdies on the back nine, marking Woods' first competition since undergoing back surgery in September.

  • Despite recovering from his sixth back surgery, Woods demonstrated resilience, walking all 18 holes and making key shots to support Charlie when challenges arose.

  • Team Korda, despite being four shots behind the leaders, impressed with strong plays, including a notable eagle set up by Nelly Korda.

  • Woods emphasized the importance of daily practice and preparation, acknowledging that he still felt rusty after his layoff but was focused on enjoying the event.

  • The duo showcased strong teamwork, with Charlie making the majority of the putts, which enhanced their overall performance.

  • The competitive field includes notable teams like Bernhard Langer and Vijay Singh, with Woods' team currently tied for the lead.

  • Other contenders include Padraig Harrington and son Paddy, as well as Tom Lehman and son Sean, who finished closely behind at 12-under 60.

  • The PNC Championship, which began on December 21, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, Florida, features 20 parent-child teams competing in a relaxed scramble format.

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