Undoubtedly, Tiger Woods is one of the most popular names in the sport of golf. However, being related to the 15-time Major winner has its consequences. Woods’ niece Cheyenne Woods, who is also a professional golfer, once shared how common it is for people to overshadow her professional career by labeling her as “

Tiger’s niece.”

Since his debut in 1996, Woods has become a household name in the world of golf. Nonetheless, the golfer shares the surname with his half-brother Earl Woods Jr., who happens to be the father of Cheyenne. And just like her uncle, Cheyenne too followed the steps to become a professional golfer.

However, considering Tiger’s enormous amount of records and accolades in the sport, it was quite hard for Cheyenne to not be associated with her uncle. Let’s take a look at what the LGPA Tour star had to say about her Hall of Famer uncle during a 2015 interview.

Tiger Woods’ niece is proud of him but doesn’t want to be defined by him

During her rookie year in the LGPA Tour, Cheyenne Woods had a heart-to-heart conversation with Players Tribune. She shared how all her life she has been associated with Tiger Woods, despite working hard to earn a name for herself.

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saidOf course, I realize that regardless of what I accomplish in my career, there are probably going to be plenty of people who always consider me “Tiger’s niece”.”

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“I’m very proud to be related to my uncle, but it’s not what defines me as a golfer or a person”, said Cheyenne. She ends by saying, “Yes, my last name is Woods — but you can call me Cheyenne”. The female star has two professional wins to her name.

Moreover, after joining the LGPA Tour, Cheyenne Woods became only the sixth African American to play on the Tour. In February this year, Cheyenne married New York Yankee center fielder Aaron Hicks. The couple welcomed their first baby earlier this year in May.

Deeming to her pregnancy, Cheyenne Woods has yet to compete at an LGPA Tour event this year. However, still only 31 years of age, she still has a lot more to offer to the sport. Considering her bloodline, the Woods family only seems to get better as they age.

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