‘That Was His Influence’: Michael Jordan Gracefully Downplayed His Greatness in Front of Tiger Woods to Once Appreciate the Impact of the Golf Icon
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Tiger Woods is one of the most iconic and celebrated athletes of all time, and his influence extends far beyond just the sport of golf. Throughout his career, Woods has cultivated relationships with some of the biggest names in sports, including basketball legend, Michael Jordan.
Moreover, his high-profile friendships with other sports stars have made for some truly unforgettable moments over the years. And one such movement took place when MJ shared his belief about the GOAT in an interview.
Michael Jordan believed Tiger Woods could turn him into a golfer
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There’s something captivating about the remarkable connection between the two legends. The bond between Jordan and Woods spans over several decades. Moreover, they have been seen enjoying each other’s company on the golf course.
According to Jordan, Tiger had a great influence on people, so much so that he could have inspired him to pursue golf. “That was his influence.”
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MJ said that Tiger would have turned him into a golfer, had seen him play when he was a child.
“If I was a kid growing up today and I watched Tiger Woods play golf, I’d probably end up playing more golf than basketball.”
Even though the Chicago Bulls star is one of the greatest players of basketball, he has never shied away from appreciating Woods.
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The friendship between the legendary pair started when Woods was just 14 years old. He was warned against mingling with MJ.
However, the 15 times major champion chose to ignore the advice, and instead developed a strong relationship with Jordan. In 1996, when Woods became a professional golfer, he found a common ground with his role model as they both received sponsorship from Nike. Moreover, this shared association provided the foundation for their friendship to grow.
Tiger once appreciated MJ in an interview with host Oprah Winfrey. He expressed that Jordan has always been there for him and even helped him deal with paparazzi at times.
Michael always supported Woods
The pair have had a long-standing friendship that goes beyond just admiration for each other’s skills. The bond between these two sports icons has been built on mutual respect, admiration, and a shared passion for sports.
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Both Jordan and Woods are known for their dedication to their respective sports and the hard work that has led them to success. This shared passion has brought them closer together over the years, as they have often been seen hanging out at various events and even vacationing together.
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Jordan stood by the 15-time major champion through the highs and lows of his life. And offered him advice and support. Moreover, they have shown that no matter the differences in their sports, backgrounds, or personal lives, a shared passion can create a lifelong bond.
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Manaal Siddiqui
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