You’ll have seen the recoil videos by now.

And the wave and farewell he gave to one drive as it went sailing down the fairway.

Charlie Woods hits the ball hard and he made this abundantly clear while playing with his father Tiger at the PNC Championship.

He even drove the green on a 321-yard par 4 on Saturday, followed by driving the par-4 7th hole at the Ritz-Carlton on Sunday which is 355 yards.

This is impressive at 14 years of age, but which driver was he splitting the short grass and scaring the pins with?

Much like his 15-time major-winning parent, Charlie was using the TaylorMade Qi10 LS driver which was added to the USGA’s conforming list before the Hero World Challenge.

In the Bahamas, Tiger was spotted using the yet-to-be-released big stick in his first appearance since withdrawing from the Masters in April.

Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood also used it at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai.

“I mean, I drove the ball really good today. Didn’t miss a fairway, and still managed to shoot 8-under. We just suck at putting,” Charlie said after the Woods duo carded an eight-under 64 in the event’s scramble format on day one.

“That sums it up right there,” Tiger added.

“Knocking more rust off my game,” he said of his own game. “I got better each and every day at the Hero and I’ve got better each and every day I’ve played out here.

“Granted it’s only been a couple days but still it’s gotten better.”

What about the Charlie Woods putter?

Woods the younger was evidently unhappy with their team’s display on the greens, so do they also share the same flat stick?

As per PGATour.com, Tiger uses the classic Scotty Cameron Newport 2 GSS blade and has done for all but one of his major championship victories.

Charlie uses a different putter – the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 which has a much bigger head than his father’s.

The pair ended up in a tie for fifth, six shots behind Team Langer.

Charlie Woods made quite the impression at the PNC Championship, finishing T5 alongside dad Tiger over two days of action that included the 14-year-old driving a 355-yard hole, before chipping in just 30 minutes later.

While onlookers would have been left in no doubt of the 14-year-old’s burgeoning talent, it appears the commercial world is also taking notice.

During the tournament, Charlie was seen wearing apparel from Greyson Clothiers, and the possibility that he has signed a deal with the company was given more substance when NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald took to Instagram to share a post where he wrote: “Welcome to the

The company also referenced Charlie, sharing an image on Instagram of him taking a shot at the tournament and writing: “Early sights at the @pncchampionship.” However, neither Fitzgerald nor Greyson’s’ posts are still available to view.

While there has also been no official announcement from Greyson Clothiers, the activity is likely to fuel speculation that Charlie’s famous father might also pen an agreement with the company.

The 15-time Major winner has had a long association with Nike, having originally teamed up with the company when he was just 20 years old. However, there have been an increasing number of reports in recent weeks that the relationship may be on the verge of ending, with the PNC Championship potentially his last outing in its apparel.

Woods gave a coy response when asked about the sponsorship rumors at the tournament. A reporter asked: “There’s been a lot of chatter the last month or so on your relationship with Nike, and where that’s going. Can you give any clarity to that?” Woods replied: “I’m still wearing their product.” The journalist was then more direct, asking: “Is this the end of it, coming up?” However, Woods simply repeated his answer.

Another association with Greyson Clothiers and the duo is its sponsorship of Justin Thomas, who is a firm friend of Tiger’s.

TaylorMade Golf has also been active on social media with regards to Woods Sr, with his appearance in its annual Christmas advert appearing imminent. The golf equipment manufacturer posted a message on X that read: “Return of the Mac…tomorrow” with the 47-year-old tagged in the accompanying image, which is apparently of the player wearing a Santa costume – a reference to his “Mac Daddy Santa” alias, which he introduced on Twitter (now X) seven years ago.

As for Charlie, it seems he could be in line for huge sponsorship money sooner rather than later. According to Sam Weber, the senior director of communications at NIL Platform Opendorse, he could agree an NIL contract, which would allow him to market his name, image and likeness, despite still being an amateur.

A year ago, he told Sportico: “He’s not a risk for advertisers because of his name recognition alone. That also applies to NIL patrons looking to influence the next generation of the sansabelt set, which is why Charlie could cash in even if he never plays pro golf.”

If you’re wondering what to buy for a loved one over the holidays, check out our 19 Top Christmas Gifts For Golfers.

Just like every year since 2020, Tiger Woods teamed up with his son and budding golfer, Charlie Woods, for the PNC Championship. However, this time, the pair had yet another family member alongside them on the course. Woods’ daughter and Charlie’s elder sister, Sam Alexis Woods, was on the greens, too, as their caddie! Seeing the trio together left room for one big question, though.

Where is the missing piece of the immediate Woods family – the young Woods’ mother and the golf pro’s ex-wife – Elin Nordegren? Woods and Nordegren tied the knot in 2004, following which they had their two now-teenage children. However, the duo parted ways in 2010, a few months after their marriage scandal went public. More than a decade after the fact, Tiger Woods’ life is still well-documented. But what about Elin Nordegren?

Elin Nordegren’s life following the split with Tiger Woods

When Nordegren called off their marriage in 2004, it certainly did not mean the end for the ex-supermodel and nanny. After getting divorced in 2010, the Swedish ex-model went on to graduate from Rollins Liberal Arts College in Winter Park, Florida, four years later as a psychology major. Her love for the kids—which is what propelled her to become a nanny before meeting Tiger Woods—pushed her to remain strong and complete her education, leading her to get a job as a mental health counselor

After Nordegren split up with the golf pro, she went ahead and bought a beautiful mansion with part of the $100 million she received as settlement money. What’s more? The exquisite home consists of nine bedrooms, a lavish pool, and a mini-course for golfing, among other facilities.

The ex-model did make a name for herself professionally following the divorce. But what about her personal life? Has she been dating anyone else? Well, surprisingly, even though things didn’t go well with Woods—one of the most famous athletes—Nordegren is seeing someone from the sports world!

Who is Elin Nordegren now dating?

The Swede has been in a relationship with retired NFL player Jordan Cameron since 2017. The two lovebirds have two sons together, whose details have mostly been kept private. As quoted by Distractify, an insider told Page Six in 2019,  “[Elin and Jordan] have kept their relationship very under wraps. Her friends are so happy for her because he is wonderful. Elin and Jordan met at Art Basel in Miami a few years [ago], and they are both really happy and excited about the arrival of a new baby.”

Has the new relationship dampened the bond between Nordegren and her kids from her previous marriage? The answer is no. The duo has made sure not to let their past relationship affect how they raise their children. Moreover, the ex-lovers are now happily co-parenting Charlie and Sam Woods despite their tumultuous past. In fact, Charlie and Sam’s parents have left the past in the past. A source told Us Weekly, “Tiger and Elin are truly in a great place. He’s been so great with the kids, and that really brought her around to having a friendship with Tiger.”

Toby Harbeck, Charlie Woods’ high school coach, has provided an insightful analysis of the young golfer’s game. In a recent interview with Golf.com, Harbeck discussed the rising star’s skills and his golfing journey.

Woods, 14, has had a great year competing in junior competitions in 2023. Fans have great expectations for the up-and-coming golfer, who won the South Florida PGA Junior Championship in 2023. Now, he is ready to play with his father, Tiger Woods, in the PNC Championship.

Speaking about Woods, his coach Harbeck said, as quoted by Golf.com:

Herbeck also discussed Woods and his father’s striking resemblance. Several videos have been posted on social media comparing their golf styles since Charlie Woods made his PNC Championship debut in 2020. The younger Woods has also been dubbed a “Mini-Tiger” by fans.

Charlie and Tiger Woods will participate in the 2023 PNC Championship for the fourth consecutive year. Fans have them as this week’s favorites to win. Charlie Woods’ performances have been impressive in the last three editions as well, and supporters are hoping he will continue to display his remarkable golfing abilities.

During the interview, Harbeck also said that Woods is highly competitive, even when he is playing with his father. Harbeck said:

Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie, just accomplished a feat on the golf course his legendary father didn’t this week.

Woods, along with his The Benjamin School teammates, won the Florida state high school golf championship.

Woods shot 78-76 in the two days of the FHSAA Class A state championship on Wednesday at Mission Inn Resort and Club in Howey-In-The-Hills, Florida.

The Benjamin School, located in Palm Beach Gardens, had five total golfers in the tournament, including the 14-year-old freshman in Woods. He finished tied-26th overall.

But The Benjamin School is no stranger to winning it all, as this was its fourth state title.

Jake Valentine, a sophomore at the private day school, scored birdie on the 17th hole on day two of the tournament as well as a putt on the final hole to clinch the title for The Benjamin School. He shot 72-76 to lead his squad to victory.

The elder Woods was among the gallery watching the state title play out. There was a moment caught on video, too, of his son holing out a chip just off a green that featured a typical Woods fist pump and reaction.

As a high schooler himself, Woods was never able to collect a high school state title while at Western High School in Anaheim, California. However, state golf championships were not instituted while Woods was in high school, so there is a caveat here.

Obviously, though, his son has a lot to live up to considering Woods became the youngest golfer to ever win the U.S. Junior Amateur title, which he won in 1991. He would win it two more times before going on to his illustrious pro career.

But Charlie Woods is clearly in love with the sport, and his father admitted he has started to out-drive him when they play together.

Perhaps one day the next generation of Woods will be on the PGA Tour wreaking havoc to the competition as his father did for years. He’s already loving that winning feeling now in high school.

Will Charlie Woods be the next Tiger Woods? Dare we ask if he’ll ever win as many major championships as dear ol’ dad?

Charlie hits it a mile and employs an athletic and fundamentally sound swing, as well as many of his father’s on-course mannerisms.

But if you know golf and know its history, well, let’s just say Charlie will most likely win as many major championships as your ol’ man.

Maybe that’s a bit harsh. It’s not like second-generation golfers haven’t succeeded at the highest levels. Come on, it was just 130-some years ago that Willie Park Jr. won his second British Open and ran the combined total for father and son to six.

That was just 15 years after another second-generation champ, Young Tom Morris, won his fourth.

So, yes, we’re saying there’s a chance.

Charlie Woods has drawn plenty of praise for his golf game over the past few years, most recently at the annual silly season tournament, the PNC Championship in Orlando, where he and his dad tied for fifth in a field of 20 teams.

This came a month after Charlie’s high school team won the Class 1A state championship. Charlie tied for 19th individually with rounds of 78-76.

At 14, he’s a quality high school golfer. But at this stage there’s no way to know if that’ll eventually translate to a professional career in golf or, say, professional life as a lawyer or banker with a single-digit handicap and occasional use of the “Reserved for Club Champion” parking spot down at the club.

Jack Nicklaus is the standard by which Tiger Woods has long been measured. Of Jack’s four sons and one daughter, Gary was the best golfer. When he was just 16 and playing for the same school Charlie Woods now attends, Sports Illustrated put him on the cover with the headline, “The Next Nicklaus.”

Not quite. Gary did reach the PGA Tour and stayed a few years, which is no small feat, but the closest he came to becoming the “Next Nicklaus” was a playoff loss to Phil Mickelson at the 2000 BellSouth Classic.

Just ten father-son combos have won PGA Tour tournaments: Julius and Guy Boros, Al and Brent Geiberger, Craig and Kevin Stadler, Bob and Kevin Tway, Joe Kirkwood Sr. and Jr., Jack Burke Sr. and Jr., Clayton and Vance Heafner, Jay and Bill Haas, Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris and Willie Park and Willie Park, Jr.

The number of second-generation tournament winners seems a bit low when you consider how many second- and even third-generation stars you see in other sports. One reason seems rather obvious. In team sports, where you get a Ken Griffey Jr. or a Christian McCaffrey, the son of a former pro, especially a former star, is likely to get more consideration and more reps at an early age, and therefore more opportunities to succeed.

Yes, genetics also help.

But in golf and the other individual sports, results tell the story. It doesn’t matter how much cachet your name carries. Sure, the name will help a fledgling pro get a sponsor invite into a tournament field here and there, and one of those opportunities might trigger a breakthrough. But most likely, if the professional quality is there, you’re not leaning on sponsor invites very long.

Charlie Woods is obviously set up to go as far as his talent and desire allow — the best equipment, access to the best practice facilities and courses, and a pretty fair instructor across the dinner table.

That instructor defied a lot of odds along the way and did many things never considered likely, and some things never thought possible. Odds and history, however, also pack a formidable punch.