The 2022 PNC Championship was packed with family rivalries and heartfelt moments, but the team that truly stole the spotlight was none other than Tiger Woods and his son, Charlie. Playing alongside father-son duos like Vijay and Qass Singh, who eventually took the win, and Team Daly, who tied for 2nd, Team Woods held their own, finishing in T8 with Team Spieth and Team O’Meara. But the highlight wasn’t just their score—it was the way Charlie Woods looked at his dad’s game with fresh eyes.
After the tournament, young Charlie was asked about his takeaway from Tiger’s play. “I felt like I already knew what he was capable of. And then yesterday, that’s the best he has ever played,” he said, clearly impressed. His candid reaction drew laughs as he admitted, “And that kind of shocked me a l’il bit.” Ever the entertainer, Tiger responded, “Yeah… I used to be good,” a modest nod to his legendary career. He went on to say, “It was neat to roll back the clock for him to see what I used to be capable of.”
Tiger’s former caddie, Jim “Bones” Mackay, also got a kick out of watching the golf icon’s performance, reminiscing on the glory days before Tiger’s 2021 accident that left lasting physical and mental hurdles. Though his comeback was hard-fought, the accident marked a change in Tiger’s game. Still, Charlie’s awe at his dad’s skills—even on this new level—reminds us all of Tiger’s enduring magic.
Team Woods wrapped up the tournament with a 124, posting one eagle and 16 birdies across both rounds. They could have snagged a top-four finish if not for bogeys on the 7th and 17th holes of the second round. While the duo won’t compete in the 2024 PNC Championship, fans can expect intense play as Team Singh and Team Langer, past champions, return to defend their titles.
