Tiger Woods Shows Lighter Side in Final TGL Match Despite Elimination
Tiger Woods appeared relaxed and engaged during Tuesday's TGL match despite his team being eliminated from playoff contention. Here are the key takeaways from his performance:
Pre-Match Moments:
- Arrived slightly late to the pre-match ESPN show
- Practiced bunker shots with teammate Tom Kim
- Showed he could still move well, lightly jogging to his position
Notable In-Match Highlights:
- Made an aggressive 260-yard shot with a 5-wood showing his competitive spirit remains
- Had playful banter with teammates about previous yardage miscommunications
- Shared a lighthearted moment requesting chicken fingers from his son Charlie during a break
Team Dynamic:
- Exchanged friendly jokes with Tom Kim about swing techniques
- Reminded Kim he had "won three Masters" before Kim was born in 2002
- Good-naturedly reacted to Kim's premature celebration on a missed chip shot
Post-Match Updates:
- Team lost 9-1 to Atlanta Drive Golf Club
- Revealed this was only his third time touching clubs since his mother's passing
- Indicated no immediate tournament return plans, saying his "heart is not really into practicing right now"
Personal Insights:
- Showed pride discussing his daughter Sam's recent state soccer championship
- Demonstrated a more relaxed demeanor than typically seen in traditional tournaments
- Balanced competitive spirit with playful interactions, showing a different side of his personality
The match highlighted a more casual Tiger Woods, willing to enjoy the team format while maintaining his competitive edge, even in a non-consequential match.