Tiger Woods names three golfing idols he wishes were mic’d

In the future, major changes are expected in the world of sports, including the world of golf. One of the innovations that could be introduced is players being mic’d up. This approach has already been introduced by TGL, a popular technology league created by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. Namely, they wanted to allow fans to have a more exciting experience, as if they were present on the course, given that each participant is completely microphone-covered.

Tiger Woods thinks that such an idea is great, and in an interview for the TGL Jupiter Links Golf Club team’s YouTube channel, he spoke about the legends of this sport.

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Namely, Tiger named three players from his childhood who he would have liked to have played while being mic’d up.

“Well, Lee Buck (Trevino) for sure. Tommy Bolt would have been awesome … and Jim Thorpe,” Woods said.

All three names are well-known to golf fans, especially those older ones who enjoyed their performances.

Trevino was special for his charisma, character and humor. This is the reason why he had a huge fan base and why people still remember his performances and statements with nostalgia today.

In addition, Bolt was a similar player and often had impulsive reactions on the golf courses.

Thorpe was known for certain antics during his career, but he still remains a legend of the sport.

Whether the PGA Tour will take a similar approach in the future and want to cover the players with a microphone during the broadcasts remains to be seen, but it seems that such an idea is still far from being realized.

Is the PGA Tour ready for such a step?

If we were to look at how open fans are to such options, it is certain that younger golf fans are more open to such changes than older fans.

Be that as it may, the PGA Tour, as well as LIV Golf, pointed out that they are ready for innovation.

We will see if these innovations include microphone coverage of players during brodcasts.

Tiger Woods Makes Honest Confession About His Declining Form Amid Extended Career Break

There was a time when beating Tiger Woods on the course was considered a bigger achievement than winning an event. His skills, abilities, and hard work were second to none, and he absolutely dominated the PGA Tour circuit for over a decade. But after multiple accidents, severe injuries, serious surgeries, and a lot of pain, Woods is only a shadow of his former self today. So when he was asked about the quality of his game at present, he was humble enough to face the truth and mock it.

In a video for the Jupiter Links Golf Club on YouTube, Will Lowery shot quickfire questions to Woods about his career experience. He asked about the big cat’s favorite golf course, players, and many other memories from his past. At one point, Lowery inquired what the 82-time PGA Tour champion’s golf ball would say about him if it could talk. Perplexed about the question, Woods gave it a moment’s thought before telling the host, “Now? You start laughing!”

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The two had a good laugh before Lowery confirmed, “So, LOL’s?” Woods replied, “Right now, yes!” His honest and hilarious take about his game right now showed that Tiger has accepted the reality of the present. It might be the fact that he knows competing with the top players after so many health troubles would be quite challenging. Or he might understand that his game is not at its best as he is recovering from his 7th lower back surgery from a few days ago.

Either way, Tiger Woods has certainly fallen far from his best years. Whether he will be able to regain his prolific abilities once he recovers is yet to be seen. But as things stand, it is not telling even if he will ever consider making a return to the professional circuit. However, there are those who believe that fans have already seen the last of Woods after his recent surgery. Let’s see what they had to say.

Has Tiger Woods fallen too far off the ladder?

Only a few days ago, reports of Tiger Woods hitting a new career low had come to the surface. The former world #1 had dropped to the worst OWGR ranking of his career. He was outside the top 2000 golfers in the world, sitting at #2084. That really caught the attention of the fans as they wished him the best health, but also called for him to stop pursuing professional golf. Well, Johnson Wagner thinks that he might never make a return.

The former PGA Tour pro-turned-analyst told Trey Wingo, “I’m going to say this: I don’t think we’ll ever see him play in another major championship. He’s always been the guy that said he’s not going to be a ceremonial golfer. I just don’t see a world where we see him play in the Masters again. It makes me very sad. I just think his body is just beaten down, and I don’t think he can do it anymore.” That is the common belief in the golf community that Tiger Woods’s days as the top dog (or cat) or done. But he has proven everyone wrong before.

Critical Update About Tiger Woods’ $500M Tech League Has Golf Fans All Saying the Same Thing

Tiger Woods’ tech-heavy golf league, TGL, is all about bringing innovation to the game of golf. The league has always acted on big ideas to bring innovation. However, fans and golfers alike raised eyebrows over some technology hiccups after Season 1. From simulator lag to unrealistic greens and inconsistent ball physics, TGL faced a lot of criticism. Now, as Season 2 approaches, Woods and his team seem determined to get it right.

The $500 million tech league co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy has announced several changes ahead of the start of a new chapter. Paul Hodowanic summed up the changes in an X post. Season 2 of TGL introduces six redesigned “Team Holes” with custom backdrops, expanding the green, and introducing 12 new pin locations with gentler slopes. The league also tweaked bunker layouts, removing one and enlarging two, while raising the faces of fairway bunkers to make them more demanding.

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One of the biggest criticisms TGL faced was about its green technology. The aim of incorporating the rotating green was to mimic different putting scenarios. However, both fans and golfers criticized it by saying that it doesn’t behave the way a natural green would. That lack of realism affected both performance and strategy.

Viewers also took issue with the broadcast quality. Despite offering multiple camera angles, many found the shots and replays awkward or low-quality. In response, TGL has reworked its graphics for Season 2 and made several updates to its custom-designed holes. The redesign includes new tee boxes, adjusted shot angles, and added features that change how teams approach risk and reward.

Not everything is fixed, though. Fans still point to issues like calibration errors, shot tracking glitches, and doubts about the accuracy of betting data. Even so, the improvements mark a clear step forward. The excitement has already started building on X after the latest update.

Fans excited about the new TGL changes

Fans have expressed their approval of these changes, with one commenting, “Good to see this green restored back to its original size.” This highlighted the positive reception of the expanded and more authentic putting surface. Until now, fans had criticized the smaller and rotating green. The larger green size will improve fans’ experience and also help golfers strategize their shots better. Echoing similar feelings about the greens, a user said, “TGL is making some enhancements, including redesigning the green, which will be larger and feature 12 hole locations, up from 7, and lowered the knoll for improved viewing for fans, which was an issue I experienced. Sounds like a win. Can’t wait to see it.” This shows that increased green size not only benefits the golfers but also the fans, too.

Another fan commented on the improvement in the graphics quality. TGL is all about technology and innovation, and as with anything visual, graphics play a significant role in influencing the overall experience. Reflecting on the same, the user wrote, “TGL has updated the game engine behind its virtual course for its second season. Looks like a big improvement!” While some fans discussed particular aspects, a few were impressed by all the improvements. A user said, “All great improvements imo. I like the addition of the new hole locations. This is awesome 🔥” This indicated excitement over the enhanced course design and its impact on gameplay.

Some fans completely discarded the issues with Season 1 when discussing the advancements. A fan wrote, “I am absolutely floored by this in the best way possible. What a feeling when something already perfect finds a way to become even better! Proud to be the #1 fan (confirmed independently by league representatives) of such a relentlessly innovative league. Cheers.” Such comments highlight the strong fan support for the league’s efforts to innovate and improve.

These enhancements in Season 2 demonstrate TGL’s commitment to addressing previous criticisms and improving the overall experience for both players and fans. The positive fan reactions indicate that Tiger Woods’ league’s efforts are resonating with its audience. As technology improves, fans can expect further enhancements in the upcoming seasons.

Tiger Woods Was Left Overwhelmed After Caddie Gave Him a Reality Check in Just 5 Words

When Tiger Woods picked British caddie Billy Foster for the 2005 Presidents Cup, it raised a few eyebrows. Woods went ahead with his choice, and the decision quickly paid off. Foster gave him a reality check in just five words. It was a rare moment that left even the 15-time major champion stunned. Not everyone gets to caddy for Tiger, but those who have are remembered in golf history. Foster joined that elite list, even if only for a week. Within a week, Foster came to realize the harsh side of Tiger Woods’ glorious life on the golf course.

The Yorkshire caddy said that the crowd was crazy about Tiger Woods, but there was more to it. “Tiger got to tell you something. You might have any woman in the world you want. You might be a billionaire and go down as the best golfer that’s ever played the game, but I won’t swap our lives,” said Foster. To this, Tiger replied, saying, “Billy, at least somebody understands what I have to go through. That’s why I don’t play.”

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Foster recently shared the story on the Rick Shiels Golf Show. “I was at Akron for the Bridgestone, caddying for Darren Clarke. Tiger comes along, chats with Clarke, walks away, and about two minutes later, Clarke turns to me and says, ‘You know what that was all about?’ I said, ‘No, what?’ He explained Tiger needed someone to carry for a week because Steve Williams’s wife was having a baby and asked if I’d do it. I said, ‘Really?’ Clarke asked, ‘What you going to do?’ I didn’t know. Then Lee Westwood, hitting balls nearby, said, ‘Hey Billy, if you don’t work for him, I will.’ I thought, ‘Good point, Lee.’”

With a little push from Lee Westwood, Foster agreed to caddy for Woods at the 2005 Presidents Cup. The decision stirred some controversy among the American team caddies, who weren’t happy that a European would work for their star player. Foster even considered asking Woods to step back when they met at a Target store, but Woods surprised him. “‘F them, Billy. You’re carrying.’ I went, ‘All right, mate. Fair enough.’”

Tiger Woods has always drawn huge attention. Although he has played infrequently in recent years, every appearance boosts fan numbers dramatically. His 2018 Tour Championship win, for example, delivered the highest-rated FedEx Cup broadcast ever, with a 206% increase over 2017. The final round had a 5.21 overnight rating, making it the highest-rated non-major PGA Tour telecast that year.

Foster’s brief stint with Tiger Woods left a lasting impression. It was a moment that would shape the rest of his caddying career and the stories he’d share in the years to come.

Billy Foster’s impressive caddying career

Billy Foster got his start in the early 1980s, volunteering at a European Tour event in Bradford. He soon joined Hugh Baiocchi and caddied for him at The Open in 1984. Foster’s skill and persistence quickly earned him bigger assignments, helping Baiocchi reach the European top 20.

After that, he had a short stint with Gordon Brand, including being part of the 1987 Ryder Cup team that won in the U.S. His most memorable partnership came next: Seve Ballesteros. Working with Seve taught Foster how to handle high-pressure moments and think creatively on the course. He was there for some of European golf’s most dramatic Ryder Cup moments.

Later, he caddied for several elite players such as Darren Clarke (for six years), Thomas Bjorn, Sergio Garcia, and Lee Westwood. With Clarke, Foster was by his side for victories like the 2000 WGC Accenture World Match Play over Tiger Woods. Of late, he was working with Matt Fitzpatrick before parting ways in 2025. In 2022, Foster won his first major championship as a caddie with Matt Fitzpatrick.