It was meant to be a proud, quiet moment for Tiger Woods—watching his teenage son compete in a prestigious junior golf tournament.
But what caught fans’ attention this time wasn’t Charlie Woods’ impressive swing or final score.
Instead, it was a rare glimpse of Tiger himself that stirred up a wave of concern and surprise across social media.
Tiger Woods Spotted Supporting Charlie at Florida Golf Tournament
Earlier this week, 49-year-old Tiger Woods made a low-key appearance at the 41st Nicklaus Junior Championship held at Tequesta Country Club in South Florida.
He wasn’t playing, of course—his role was that of a proud dad, cheering on his 16-year-old son, Charlie Woods, who continues to climb the ranks in junior golf.
Dressed casually, Tiger walked the course beside Charlie, his right leg visibly supported by a black compression sleeve.
That sleeve covered his surgically repaired leg—one that has been through more procedures than most athletes’ entire bodies.
Fans React to Tiger’s Strikingly Thin Legs
A photo surfaced from the event, showing Tiger’s legs—and it wasn’t long before fans began expressing their shock online. The image, which revealed how much muscle mass he’s lost in that repaired leg, left many saddened and worried about the future of the legendary golfer.
Comments poured in quickly:
- “Sad to see, Tiger has chicken legs,” one user wrote bluntly.
- Another chimed in, “Legs look small. Very small. The lack of muscle retainment specifically in the repaired leg is very real. Still see it 10 years later.”
- “He’s been skipping leg day,” someone joked.
- And a particularly harsh comment read, “This guy is never coming back to professional golf. He has two fake legs at this point.”
Injury Recovery Means Another Year Away From Golf
Tiger underwent surgery on his Achilles tendon not long ago and is expected to sit out the rest of 2025.
With that timeline, the 15-time major champion likely won’t return to competitive play until he’s 50 years old—if at all.
Judging by how frail his leg looked at the tournament, the road back to PGA-level fitness still appears long and uncertain.
Charlie Woods Shines Amid Spotlight
While his father’s appearance caused a stir, Charlie Woods stayed focused on his game.
The teenager finished sixth out of 122 boys in the two-day event, shooting an even-par overall and wrapping up with an impressive 2-under 69 in the final round.
His steady performance continues to draw attention, especially after a recent win that shot his ranking from No. 606 to No. 14 on the junior circuit.
Another Trump-Woods Connection on the Green
Adding to the buzz was the presence of Vanessa Trump, Tiger’s current girlfriend and the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.
Her daughter, Kai Trump, also played in the tournament.
Kai, Donald Trump’s granddaughter, had a tougher time on the course, finishing 21st out of 32 girls with a 3-over 74 in her final round.
Both Charlie and Kai are still in high school, but Kai already has plans to play collegiate golf at the University of Miami as part of the Class of 2030.
A Father-Son Bond That’s Still Evolving
Earlier this month, Charlie shared a heartfelt yet revealing Father’s Day message.
It hinted at the complex, sometimes tense relationship he shares with his famous dad.
“Thank you, Dad, for believing in me when I didn’t believe in myself… even though we argue a lot, I still cherish every moment,” Charlie wrote on social media.
He didn’t go into details, leaving fans to wonder whether their disagreements are just typical teenage clashes—or perhaps related to the pressures of golf.
Tiger and Vanessa Make Their Romance Public
Meanwhile, Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump are no longer keeping things quiet.
About 10 days after their relationship was first revealed, Tiger confirmed the romance by posting sweet photos of the couple with the caption: “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!
We look forward to our journey through life together.”
He added a polite request for privacy for those closest to them.
What Comes Next for Tiger Woods?
As Charlie continues to carve out a name for himself on the junior circuit, questions still loom about Tiger’s future in golf.
Will we see him return to competition once more, or has the legend’s time on the green come to a quiet close?
One thing is clear: whether it’s cheering from the sidelines or navigating a new chapter in life and love, Tiger Woods remains in the spotlight—even when he’s not swinging a club.