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Tiger’s caddie reveals the 3 events Woods plans to play to prepare for the 2023 Masters

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When Tiger Woods walked off The Old Course last Friday, he said, “To me it felt like this might have been my last British Open here at St. Andrews.”

With the next scheduled to be in 2030, it’s unlikely that the 15-time major winner will be physically well enough to take part, let alone compete.

Hinting at his own battle with fitness, the 46-year-old spoke about the rumblings of surrendering from the sport he dominated for 12 years from 1998 to 2010.

However, Tiger was adamant – “I’m not retiring from the game,” he said before confirming, “It’s a struggle just playing the three events I played this year. That in itself was something I’m very proud of. I was able to play these three events, considering what has transpired.”

Those three events ended with finishes of 47th at the Masters, a withdrawal before the final round of the PGA Championship and a missed cut at the Open Championship, and he said at the time that there were no further events scheduled on his calendar.

“Maybe something next year,” he said. “It’s hard just to walk and play 18 holes. People have no idea what I have to go through and the hours of the work on the body, pre and post, each and every single day to do what I just did.”

It didn’t sound too good, but yesterday there was more positive news.

Speaking on The Dan Patrick Show on Thursday, Tiger’s caddie Joe LaCava revealed that there were plans for a return to the game in December at the Hero World Challenge, before again appearing with his son Charlie at the PNC Championship, all leading to Augusta 2023.

Tiger is a five-time champion of the Hero World Challenge (in all its various guises) and teamed up with son Charlie to be a valiant runner-up to the John Daly/John Daly II team at the PNC in 2021.

Of course, the man they call the GOAT used a buggy to get around the Ritz Carlton Golf Club last year, and seeing him walk around the three major courses this year has been tough viewing, so it is anybody’s guess how he will perform when asked to walk for four full rounds in a competitive event.

Whilst not sounding confident, LaCava is as fully supportive of his boss as he was when taking the bag from Steve Williams in 2011, and was there for his first major win in 11 years – at the 2019 Masters.

LaCava told Patrick:

“I’m hoping that he will play maybe in December at the Hero and the father-son, and then maybe the Genesis [Invitational]… I’m hoping three, maybe four tournaments before The Masters.”

“I won’t do much, I’ll do the same thing. I’ll say ‘Tiger, hey listen, if you’re starting to feel better in October or November, maybe I’ll come down for a couple of weeks [to Florida], we’ll hang out, don’t have to play every day, we don’t have to practice every day, I’ll be there and maybe give you a bit of motivation, we’ll do some playing practice here and there and get ready for the Hero and get ready for the following year of ’23 and get him ready in any respect that he needs.”

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54-hole golf tour deemed eligible for OWGR points…but it’s not LIV

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After a seventeen-month application process, a 54-hole golf tour was deemed eligible for OWGR points.

Unfortunately, for LIV Golf and their fans, it was the Clutch Pro Tour.

After the decision, which is effective immediately, OWGR chairman Peter Dawson issued a statement.

“This is a significant milestone for golf, and OWGR is deeply encouraged by the achievement and the continued efforts in developing the sport of golf in the United Kingdom.”

“We look forward to watching the progress of the Clutch Pro Tour as it continues to play a key role in the development of players from the region,” Dawson added.

The Clutch Pro Tour operates in the United Kingdom and features a 36-hole cut. It also has an open qualifying school.

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Charlie Woods attempting to qualify for spot at 2024 U.S. Open

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As first reported by Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated, Charlie Woods will be attempting to qualify for this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

The first stage of qualifying for this year’s tournament will be an 18-hole local event on Thursday, April 25th, in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

There will be 84 players in the field, five of which will reach the 36-hole qualifier that will take place in June.

Earlier this season, Charlie attempted to qualify for the Cognizant Classic, and struggled, shooting an 86.

If the younger Woods is able to qualify, he will tee it up in the same field as his father in a few months at one of the more historic U.S. Open venues.

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Why Ludvig Aberg is my new favorite player – GolfWRXers discuss

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In our forums, our members have been discussing one of the new sensations in the world of golf – Ludvig Aberg. The 24-year-old finished solo second at the Masters a couple of weeks ago, and gained many plaudits, including from several WRXers.

One member, RoyalMustang, took to the forums to explain why Aberg is now their favorite player, saying:

“I loved the way the Ludvig was out there, having a great time, not taking himself or the situation too seriously. Even after the double at 11, he was like “well, that’s golf!” Loose and relaxed: that’s the way to play. It’s obvious he loves what he’s doing, he loves the big moments, and he loves being a part of it all.

Arnold Palmer was viewed that way. Just like Brooks Robinson was forever viewed as not just a great baseball player, but a great human being and friend to Baltimore.”

And our members have been reacting and sharing their positive takes on the young Swede.

Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

  • redfirebird08: “Ludvig has a great attitude, a great smile, and a great golf swing.”
  • otto6457: “I’m very lucky to have talked with Ludde several times at the Rawls Course at Texas Tech.  He’s a truly nice guy and very friendly.  Always said hello when we passed each other in the club house and was always smiling. Watching him hit balls on the range was a joy.  He has “that sound” and trajectory to die for.  There were many times he was out on the range in 30+ mph winds just hitting the most beautiful shots that just seemed to ignore the wind.  World class ball striker. And yes……..I am a fan boy.”
  • konklifer: “I like him. In an era of endless waggles and laboring, his swing and pace of play are a joy to watch.

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