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Tiger Woods Reportedly is the ‘De Facto’ Commissioner of the PGA Tour

Published 08/17/2022, 7:30 AM EDT

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Tiger Woods has been on the PGA Tour since the beginning of his career. Many other players on the PGA tour have now left for their personal benefits and joined the new rival league! However, LIV has not been able to crack Woods to leave PGA. But today, Woods doesn’t only belong to the PGA Tour but also has the right to exercise some authority.

Tiger Woods assisted in making important PGA Tour decisions

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LIV Golf reportedly made their most extensive offer ever made to a player, and it was for Woods. But the player sincerely denied the alleged $700-800 million deal. That is how strong Woods stands for the PGA Tour. Similarly, the tour looks at him as more than just a player. Tiger Woods is and has always been the face of the PGA Tour. But according to Alan Shipnuck’s recent report, Woods is also a decision maker for the tour now.

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Golf writer and reporter, Alan Shipnuck, recently gave updates about the ongoing meeting between the PGA Tour’s officials. Woods flew in for the meeting along with Rickie Fowler. And according to Shipnuck, Woods is helping the PGA Tour make many important decisions for the tour’s future.

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Shipnuck reported that Woods is helping PGA shortlist the top players during the discussion. The reporter also claimed that the same process went by at Adare Manor – the 2022 JP McManus Pro-Am venue. He also continued to refer to Woods as a “de facto commissioner” for the PGA Tour. Shipnuck doubted if Woods was acting on his own or if he was getting “guidance from the real Commish” referring to Jay Monahan.

Fans react as Woods takes charge of the PGA Tour

Tiger Woods is one of the strongest pillars for the PGA Tour today. He is responsible for holding the few players back who are still standing by the former tour. It is almost like Tiger Woods is running the PGA Tour. And fans have no issues in accepting that. Here are a few reactions to the news:

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Woods has always been bold in his opinions, and fans love this attitude of the golfer. His fearless yet humble remarks have helped him gather much love from his admirers. And it will not be surprising if the PGA Tour soon appoints Woods for an official position within the tour!

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What are your thoughts on Woods taking a lead in PGA Tour’s decision making. Let us know in the comments down below.

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Joydeep Singh

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Joydeep Singh is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. Having completed his Bachelor's degree in Business Management, he possesses a writing experience of more than four years now. Having picked up on following golf for quite some time now, his favorite is the legendary Tiger Woods, whose games he just does not miss.
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Manaal Siddiqui

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