In 2023, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s relationship took center stage after McIlroy’s disappointing performance at the U.S. Open. McIlroy, who had changed his phone number to avoid the world’s reaction to his meltdown, missed out on Woods’ words of encouragement. However, when he found out about it, he expressed his gratitude for Woods’ support.
McIlroy admitted that Woods has always been a source of inspiration for him and that receiving words of encouragement from his idol meant a lot to him. He acknowledged that Woods had been there for him during both the good and bad times in his career.
Woods, on the other hand, shared some of his own failures with McIlroy, emphasizing that every champion goes through tough times and it’s important to bounce back from them. He encouraged McIlroy to get back on track and continue striving for success.
The exchange between Woods and McIlroy highlighted the camaraderie and respect that exists between the two golfing legends. Despite their competitive nature on the course, they have always shown support and encouragement for each other off the course.
As McIlroy prepared to compete in the Open Championship at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland, he was grateful for Woods’ words of wisdom and looked forward to putting his best foot forward. The bond between the two players serves as a reminder of the sportsmanship and camaraderie that exists in the world of golf.
