Monday 15 April 2019

One picture sums up the meaning of Tiger Woods’ Masters' victory.

On the left, Tiger Woods hugs his father after winning the
Masters in 1997. On the right, Tiger Woods
hugs his son, Charlie, after winning the Masters in 2019. (CBS)

AUGUSTA, Ga. – It is the most exclusive and coveted patch of land at this most exclusive and coveted patch of land – a small holding area behind the 18th green of Augusta National on Sunday afternoon at the Masters.

This is where they bring the family of the presumptive winner, a bit of geographical calm amidst the crush and chaos of the crowd.

In 1997, it’s where Earl Woods stood. He wasn’t supposed to be anywhere near here; doctors had ordered he avoid flying due to heart concerns. The old Green Beret wouldn’t listen and when his son Tiger won the tournament at 21 years old, changing not merely their lives, but golf and society as a whole, they shared a bear hug full of appreciation and admiration and love, most of all.

On Sunday, that same spot is where Charlie Woods stood, this familiar ground for his family, whether or not the 10-year-old knew it. His grandfather had passed away before he was born, but he’d been brought to Augusta National by his grandmother, who’d been here before, and along with his older sister, Sam, who hadn’t.



By Dan Wetzel.
Full story at Yahoo News.



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