Tiger Woods is one of the most celebrated people in the sports world. Young golfers idolize him, as he has set a precedent in golf that stands unmatched. But golf was not something he wanted to pursue forever. Woods was inclined towards a job that was unexpected to him as stardom surrounded him. 

Despite his injuries and accidents, we have always seen him returning more potent than ever. And this quality makes Woods extraordinary. The PGA Tour member lost the opportunity to become what he always wanted, but he still holds his wish close to his heart. Once he discussed and revealed his true self and shared his secret with the world. 

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The unexpected wish of Tiger Woods

In 2006, before his father’s demise, Woods made peace with the fact that he did not have much time left with his father, as his condition was deteriorating. After the acceptance, Woods planned to open his season at the Buick Invitational near San Diego. But before the tournament, he arranged a VIP tour to the ‘most difficult military’ training hub. 

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It was a tour of the Coronado BUD/S compound (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training). Here, recruits were trained to become SEALs. Most classes had 200 students, but few could graduate because of the challenging level of the training. Woods spoke to Class 259 and poured his heart out. What Woods said was unexpected when he said he wanted to be a SEAL.

The instructors rolled their eyes as they had seen even the Olympic winners quitting before finishing the training. But Woods did not care and kept saying he would have been a SEAL if it wasn’t for golf. He then passed down his wisdom to the trainees and told them about mental preparation and focus.

Woods’ unprecedented love for SEALs

After his father’s demise, Woods was broken as his father, the late Earl Woods, played a noteworthy role in making Woods what he is today. Post losing his father; Woods again visited the SEAL training compound. He was back there because his father told him he would become a golfer or a special operations soldier. 

According to the instructor, he genuinely wanted to know about the way of life of the SEALs. He finally ended up experiencing what he might have been if it wasn’t for golf.

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Woods respected the military, and he wished to be one. But today, he is a legendary golfer, winning hearts. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments down below.