Tiger Woods feeling optimistic about the PGA Tour

Tiger Woods was ecstatic after he and his son Charlie shot a final round 61 at the PNC Championship in Orlando on Sunday. He feels like he can still win on the PGA Tour.

With Tiger's 16-year-old daughter Sam serving as his caddie, the duo delivered an exceptional performance in the second round, finishing tied for fifth place in the tournament formerly known as the Father/Son Challenge.

In an interview with reporters, Woods expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to have both of his kids out there with him, stating that it had been an incredibly special experience.

During the round, Woods' 14-year-old son Charlie made an emphatic fist pump, reminiscent of his father's signature celebration, after sinking a fantastic chip for a birdie on the ninth hole. Tiger, beaming with pride, watched on with a wide smile across his face.

Woods also shared that his surgically repaired right ankle has been holding up well, and he had a quick recovery following the Hero World Challenge earlier this month in the Bahamas.

While various parts of his body might be aching, Woods emphasized that his ankle was not the issue. As he approaches his 48th birthday next week, he expressed satisfaction with his training and the ability to shake off any rust or doubts he may have had, especially considering the significant time since he last played a competitive shot.

The Hero World Challenge marked Woods' return to the golfing scene after having to withdraw from the Masters in April due to his ankle fusion surgery. The 15-time major champion has intentionally limited his tournament appearances since a car accident in 2021 resulted in a severe leg injury.

Looking ahead to 2024, Woods plans to compete in one tournament per month. Although he no longer has the luxury of using a cart on the PGA Tour, he remains confident in his shot-making abilities, asserting that he can still win.

However, he acknowledges that the real challenge lies in putting together a strong performance over 72 holes, testing his endurance and consistency.