PGA Tour professional golfer Tiger Woods recently appeared on “Today” to discuss his golf career and family life. During the interview, Woods revealed that while his 15-year-old son Charlie is following in his footsteps, his daughter Sam has no interest in the sport. Woods shared that Sam, who is now 13 years old, has a “negative connotation” towards golf because it often took her father away from her when she was growing up.
Woods has had a successful career on the golf course, winning 82 PGA Tour events and 15 major championships. He hopes that his son, who has already shown promise on the course, will one day have a similar career. However, Woods emphasized that his daughter’s opinion on golf is just as important to him. He acknowledged that they have a different relationship compared to him and his son, as they have activities and hobbies together that do not involve golf.
Tiger Woods admitted his daughter Sam, 16, has no desire to become a professional golfer due to “negative connotation” towards sports.
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One such activity that Woods and Sam enjoy is spending quality time together away from the golf course. Woods mentioned that their bond is strong and goes beyond the sport that has been his career for many years. It is clear that Woods values his family’s happiness and well-being above anything else, even if it means his daughter does not share his love for golf.
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Despite Sam not having an interest in golf, she did get to experience her father’s profession at the PNC Championship last December, where she caddied and watched her father and brother compete. This was a special moment for the Woods family as they rarely get to participate in golf events together due to Woods’ busy schedule. Woods also expressed how proud he was of his son’s performance in a recent U.S. Open qualifying event, even though he did not advance.
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Woods also talked about his role as a coach to his son and the dynamic of their relationship. As a coach, Woods leads by example and provides guidance, but ultimately, it is up to Charlie to make his own decisions on the course. Woods acknowledged that at 15 years old, Charlie is still trying to find his place in the world, and it is natural for him to test boundaries. However, Woods remains supportive and continues to share his love and knowledge of the game with his son.
In the interview, Woods also reflected on his own experiences as a child and how his father, Earl Woods, helped shape his career as a golfer. He shared that his dad was not just a coach but also a mentor and a friend, and he hopes to be the same for his own children. Woods’ love for golf was instilled in him by his father, and he is grateful for the lessons and values that he learned from him.
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Woods’ interview on “Today” gave viewers a glimpse into his family life and the challenges of balancing a career as a professional athlete and a father. It also showed his deep love and devotion to his children, even if they do not share his passion for golf. While Charlie may continue to pursue his dream of following in his father’s footsteps, it is evident that Woods will continue to support his daughter in her own interests and aspirations.
