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Tiger Woods Breaks Silence on Reported Nike Rift With a Cryptic Update

Published 12/16/2023, 1:49 PM EST

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Rumors about the possible fractured deal between Tiger Woods and Nike have been going around in the golf world for quite some time now. While many have suspected a possible inevitable end to the duo’s bond, there have been no official updates to quote on the issue so far, until now!

To the golf world’s relief, the 15x major champion has finally taken the narrative into his own hands. The golfer has shocked the golf world with the cryptic update that he has just shared with the world.

Tiger Woods finally opens up about rumors of a fractured Nike deal

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The speculations ups and downs in the relationship between the 82X PGAT winner and his 27-year-long sponsor, Nike, have been at the center of the golf world for months. But the golfer addressed the rumors today after his first round at the PNC Championship during a post-round press conference.

During an interview at the PNC Championship, the fifteen-time major winner finally spoke on the matter. When asked if their relationship is coming to an end, Woods said, “I’m still wearing their product [right now].” This short yet precise reply given by Woods has put much of these rumors to rest. However, it is possible that some could mistake this for a diplomatic response.

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To ensure the same, the interviewer made sure to affirm whether the situation would stay the same in the future. To which the golfer replied by repeating his previous statement and thus clarifying all doubts.

 

 

 

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The speculations about his partnership with Nike started back in 2022 when he wore Foot Joy shoes at the Masters. Those rumors intensified this year at the Hero World Challenge when he was again spectated wearing Foot Joy shows instead of Nike. However, this was not the first time that the golfer honored his longstanding partnership with Nike during the 2023 PNC Championship. During the Pro-AM tournament on Friday, the golf great was spotted wearing Nike apparel while entering the venue.

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The fact that he is still wearing their product implies that their relationship has not yet ended. His double emphasis on the matter when asked if that would be the case in the future further proves his stance on the burning issue. Thankfully for Nike and Tiger Woods fans, the tradition of their alliance seems to continue. As of now, it is safe to say that the partnership between the two has not ended.

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