As the end of the year approaches, the golf world has achieved its most anticipated moment, as Tiger Woods gives us marvelous news. We will finally witness him make a return to competitive golf as he has confirmed his presence at the PNC Championship slated to be held later in the week.
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The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando, Grande Lakes, will host the event formerly known as the father/son challenge from December 16-19. The field will comprise 20 teams, fulfilling the criteria of having one member with a major title or the Players Championship title, along with a family member who is not a touring professional.
This year’s star-studded field has a massive 67 major titles amongst them and it includes champions like Justin Thomas, Nelly Korda, Jim Furyk, Nick Faldo, John Daly, and Vijay Singh. The field will fight it out over two days for the Willie Park Trophy and a total purse of a little more than $1 million.
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Tiger Woods makes a comeback to competitive golf
After his single car crash earlier this year, Woods has been on the sidelines recovering. Moreover, just a couple of days ago, Woods shut down any possibilities of him returning to tour soon. He said, “I have so far to go… I’m not even at the halfway point.”
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 19: Tiger Woods of the United States and Charlie Woods react on the third green during the first round of the PNC Championship at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando on December 19, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
The PNC Championship, however, is not a regular tournament and allows players the use of a cart. Moreover, it’s much shorter than the typical four-day event. Hence, Woods has decided to tee it up with his son Charlie, 12, who is an aspiring golfer. In the 2020 version of the event, the two finished 7th, where Justin Thomas and his father Mike Thomas emerged winners.
Although it’s been a long and challenging year, I am very excited to close it out by competing in the @PNCchampionship with my son Charlie. I’m playing as a Dad and couldn’t be more excited and proud.
Revealing the news, Woods went viral with his tweet. He wrote, “Although it’s been a long and challenging year, I am very excited to close it out by competing in the @PNCchampionship with my son Charlie. I’m playing as a Dad and couldn’t be more excited and proud.”
Fans react to Tiger’s massive announcement
Undoubtedly, his ardent fans were ecstatic. Here is what some of them had to say when replying to his message-
This is awesome. Welcome back.
This is awesome Tiger watching u an Charlie last time was brilliant he is a mini you 😂 good luck can’t wait to see you back I think I speak for everyone when I say we’ve missed you like crazy your the reason I started watching/playing golf the GOAT is back 🏌️♂️⛳️
This is fantastic news; I watched last year, and most events all year. Your son will take on your legacy and grow it; time to start.
Tiger, go for it. My hero always will be Seve. But I have to admit that you are the Greatest golfer I've seen. I can't imagine anyone putting four better rounds together than your four at Hiylake. If they were a painting they be a masterpiece
It will be absolutely fantastic to see you guys playing together Mr. Woods. I wish as well as pray for you as you recuperate and strengthen your body after that horrible wreck. GOD'S BLESSINGS, from a fan.👍🏿
Looking forward to watching you with Charlie. Glad you're on the mend.❤🙏🏽
Alastair Johnston, the executive chairman of the tournament, also confirmed his presence, saying, “I am delighted to confirm that Tiger and Charlie Woods will be participating in the 2021 PNC Championship. We have been liaising with Tiger and his team for some time and are delighted that he has now decided to make his return to competitive golf at the PNC Championship.”
Now that he has confirmed his presence, we absolutely cannot wait for the weekend to approach. Hopefully, this is just a start to many more seasons of Tiger’s dominance.
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