Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie Wins Major Junior Golf Title

Charlie Woods, the 16-year-old son of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, achieved his first American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) title by winning the Team TaylorMade Invitational in Florida with a final-round 66, finishing at 15-under par. Entering the tournament ranked 604th in the AJGA, Woods outperformed top-ranked juniors, including Luke Colton and Miles Russell, with his victory marking a significant leap in his golfing career and expected to boost him into the AJGA's top 15 rankings. Despite previous modest finishes and a recent missed US Open qualifying, Woods demonstrated strong play under pressure, making eight birdies and closing with four consecutive pars to secure the win. His performance justified his sponsor invitation and silenced claims of special treatment, as he bested highly regarded amateurs on a challenging course longer than some PGA Tour venues. The victory positions Woods as a rising star in junior golf, with potential college golf opportunities in the coming years. Meanwhile, his father Tiger Woods is recovering from Achilles surgery and has recently been sidelined from competition.