I am an avid golfer, I live...breath...and sleep golf. The saying "My body is here but my mind is on golf" applies whenever I'm not on the course or watching it on television. It's funny because growing up I never thought I'd be the guy who'd be interested in the sport but all that changed in the summer of 2000. My friend introduced me to the sport and after watching a few tournaments on television one professional player stood out, Tiger Woods. He was young, athletic, and made the sport cool, he's been my favorite professional since. Although after the scandal in the fall of 2008, I was disappointed to hear about his adultery but as a player I still admired his drive and determination. The guy has 71 career wins and 14 of them major tournaments, his accomplishments can't be ignored. His career started taking a dive after his divorce, multiple knee surgeries in 2009 and 2010, and personnel changes in his camp. He parted ways with his swing coach, Hank Haney, and long time caddy, Steve Williams. Steve Williams moved on and became the caddy for Adam Scott . Scott and Williams participated in the Bridgestone Invitational (the first tournament after the Woods/Williams split) and won. The post interview by Steve Williams was shocking, first because this is the first time I've ever seen a caddy being interviewed and secondly he claimed that this win was “The best win in my life.” His words not only shocked me but also shocked Nick Faldo, I watched this event live and remember Faldo stating, “Wow...wow.” In those two words, I understood everything Faldo was thinking. Stevie Williams, are you that spiteful? I understand that he was making a statement that Woods shouldn't have fired him and that he's one of the best caddies out there but to compare this win over the epic U.S. Open against Rocco Mediate in 2008? Also, you don't even mention Adam Scott who actually executed the shots? Woods have been taking criticism from analysts and players concerning his career and performance. Many have started to write him off, stating that his mental game has broken down. I believe that a wounded animal is most dangerous, given his mental determination and track record I believe it's just a matter of time until he returns to reign over the golfing world.
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