Golf champion Tiger Woods is making headlines yet again after ending more than 27 years of partnership with sportswear giant Nike. On Jan. 8, 2024, the American golfer took to his socials to make the announcement and thanked the brand for the “amazing moments” (via BBC).
Tiger Woods was 20 years old when he landed a deal with Nike. From then on, the golfer went on to win 82 PGA Tour titles and 15 majors wearing the swoosh of Nike. The golfer earned a reported $500 million over the past 27 years with the deal (via Guardian).
After the announcement, fans are curious about what the future holds for Tiger Woods, with several noting that it is the “end of an era.” With the pro-golfer being the talk of the town, many are eager to know more about his family and kids.
Tiger Woods shares two kids with ex-wife Elin Nordegren. The ex-couple met in 2000 and married a few years later before starting their family. Although the duo parted ways in 2010, the golfer remained close to his kids and has always been a doting dad to them.
Tiger Woods has two kids
Tiger Woods is the father of two kids, a daughter and a son. His eldest, Sam Alexis Woods, was born in Orlando, Florida, on June 18, 2007. Her name holds a special meaning for the family. The golfer named his daughter Sam as Tiger Woods’ father had always called him the same “since the day he was born” (via People).
Although Sam remains out of the spotlight, she has often been seen cheering for her dad in his competitions since she was young. In March 2022, she dedicated a speech to her father when he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. In December 2023, Sam got to caddy for Tiger Woods for the first time when he participated in the PNC Championship’s Pro-Am.
The golfer’s second child was born on Feb. 8, 2009. The ex-couple named their son Charlie Axel Woods. His middle name is a tribute to Elin Nordegren’s brother.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Charlie has played sports since he was two. By the age of 11, Tiger Woods’ son started winning competitions against fellow young athletes. Moreover, his father served as his caddy in one of his tournaments. The father-son duo played together in the PNC Championship in Orlando in 2020 and again in December 2022.
