Tiger Woods, Who Loves Spearfishing, Can Also Freedive Underwater at an Incredible Depth

Published 04/03/2022, 12:53 PM EDT

Tiger Woods is popular for his incredible golfing skills and the championship titles he has won. And the golf world knows it is his hard work and passion for the sport that made him the GOAT. However, did you know that he is passionate about freediving and spearfishing as much as golf?

“I free dive and spearfish. That’s what I love to do,” Tiger said. He was talking about his hobbies to American actress Jada Smith on the show ‘A Round with Tiger: Celebrity Playing Lessons.’

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“I love it, love being in the water,” the golfer sounded excited as he shared his favorite activities. “Yeah, I love it. Absolutely love it.”

The actress seemed surprised by his answer as she asked for more details about it. “80 feet,” when Tiger replied to Jada Smith when she asked how much depth he covers while free diving, she was taken aback.

Although he loves freediving, Woods explained that it is a hard process. He added that being patient is the key to it. “Calming the mind, the heart rate, and being in that meditative state,” he further added.

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Patience is something that Woods is really good at it. It is his patience that has led him to win many championships. Even after his accident in 2021, Tiger had explained that being patient and making progress step by step will make him healthy again.

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“He played every one of them. He looked good to me.” According to ESPN, a source told them that Woods had no trouble playing at the Augusta National with his son Charlie and friend Justin Thomas.

The source didn’t confirm whether Woods would play at the 2022 Masters. However, he explained that the golfer played all 18 holes and looked healthy.

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The 15-time major champion has been taking a break from the sport for about a year long. His accident has caused him an injured leg, because of which he had trouble playing golf. However, Woods did play the PNC Championship, a 36-hole unofficial event, with his son in December.

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Tiger Woods is known for his patience. His presence of mind and calmness have always helped him to focus on his passion. However, his fans are not patient enough. Since Woods hasn’t confirmed whether he will play at the Masters or not, the golf world is always talking about it.

Nevertheless, do you think he would make a comeback at this Masters? Let us know your predictions in the comments below.

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Anjana Prabhakaran is a Golf content writer at EssentiallySports. She has completed her Master's degree in Public Administration and considers researching as one of her hobbies. As her family is interested in sports, Anjana grew up watching every sport on television.

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Ranvijay Singh

Tiger Woods, Who Loves Spearfishing, Can Also Freedive Underwater at an Incredible Depth

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