Tiger Woods is clearly a living legend in the golf world. Even after winning 15 major championships in his career, the golf star is still going behind claiming several more titles this year. Although he has not been able to give his best in some of his recent tournaments, fans are still hoping to see him win another major soon. And not just fans, but famous professional golfers are also in support of the golf legend. Even one of his most famous rivals, Rocco Mediate!
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Rocco Mediate makes a strong prediction about Tiger Woods’ future
Mediate has had a memorable history with the GOAT, dating all the way back to the 2008 U.S. Open. The epic battle between the two was a treat for the fans when Mediate lost to Woods on the 18th playoff hole after struggling for 90 holes. However, despite his loss, he made a name for himself with an unforgettable performance that day!
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February 16, 2023, Pacific Palisades, California, USA: Tiger Woods hits his tee shot on hole one during Day 1 of the Genesis Invitational Golf Tournament on Thursday February 16, 2023 at the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. ARIANA RUIZ/PI Pacific Palisades USA – ZUMAp124 20230216_zaa_p124_039 Copyright: xArianaxRuizx. Image Credits: IMAGO
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But despite his battle with the golf ace, Mediate has a special respect for Tiger Woods. It came to fans’ notice after listening to his recent conversation with Dennis Paulson and Jason Sobel on SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio. The group talked about the golf legend and the current LIV Golf scenario.
While numerous fans are currently in a confused state of mind about Tiger Woods’ future in golf, Mediate seemed pretty confident about his stand. “By the way, I don’t think he’s even close to finished. I’ve been saying that for 10 years and getting laughed at in the meantime, I don’t think he’s even close to done,” he said. “Unless his body fails again. But if his body stays decent? Forget it. I think he does crazier stuff the next couple years. It’s just my opinion.”
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Well, if one was to listen to the American pro, he sounded pretty sure about Woods’ upcoming days in the sport. However, the golf underdog has a different perspective as far as his schedule is concerned. In an interview last year, Woods confirmed that he was only going to focus on major championships along with a couple of other important tournaments.
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Golf – The 150th Open Championship – Old Course, St Andrews, Scotland, Britain – July 15, 2022 Tiger Woods of the U.S. reacts on the 17th during the second round REUTERS/Paul Childs
Ever since the horrifying car crash in February 2021, the former champion has not been in his best shape. But his swinging abilities are getting better with every passing tournament. And that is one of the reasons why his fans still see a ray of hope for the GOAT’s golfing future!
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