Tiger Woods accomplished something he hasn't done in 3 years after insane birdie putt
Tiger Woods’ latest comeback attempt has had its highs and lows, with fans watching closely for any sign that he might return to form as one of the best in the world.
Golf is just more interesting to watch when Tiger is a factor.
But in his three previous starts since his back fusion surgery, Woods’ best finish was a share of 12th place at the Honda Classic two weeks ago.
On Friday, Woods gave his fans hope that he might be able to rejoin the ranks of golf’s greats.
With his 12-foot birdie putt on the second hole of the Valspar Championship, he found himself tied for first at 4-under with Jimmy Walker and Corey Conners.
"Leader … Tiger Woods!"
"It's on."#QuickHits pic.twitter.com/KwUhJhgPy2
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) March 9, 2018
It was the first time Tiger had been atop the leaderboard of a PGA Tour event since August 2015.
The news brought an overwhelming reaction on social media.
Birdie putt from about 12 feet…BUCKETS.
Tiger Woods, tied for the lead!
— Tiger Tracker (@GCTigerTracker) March 9, 2018
On March 9, 2018, Tiger Woods is co-leading a PGA Tour event.
— Shane Bacon (@shanebacon) March 9, 2018
I can’t believe it. I want to cry.
— Michael Mason (@_MichaelMason_) March 9, 2018
Tiger tied for the lead are words you honestly had to figure might never have been written again
— Bob Harig (@BobHarig) March 9, 2018
The last time Tiger Woods held the lead in a PGA Tour event? Aug. 22, 2015 — 930 days ago.
— Jason Sobel (@JasonSobelGolf) March 9, 2018
The phrase “broke the internet” is thrown around a lot, but Woods’ move to the top drew so much attention it shut down the PGA Tour’s live streaming app.
We are experiencing technical difficulties for users in some locations. We are working with our tech partners to fix the issue right away.
— PGA TOUR LIVE (@PGATOURLIVE) March 9, 2018
https://twitter.com/BrianCostaWSJ/status/972138919734202368
Things got even more intense when Woods became the solo leader.
We have a developing situation…Tiger Woods, solo leader. pic.twitter.com/RPMRQMJbC8
— Jay Coffin ⚰️ (@JayCoffin) March 9, 2018
Wow…Tiger Woods just made his fourth birdie of the day and is the SOLO leader @ValsparChamp. He's 5-under par.
— Brian Koziol (@BrianWGR) March 9, 2018
Tiger Woods is the outright leader. That escalated quickly.
— Kelly Tilghman (@KellyTGolf) March 9, 2018
Tiger finished the second round at Innisbrook as co-leader.
Tiger Woods shoots 68 at the @ValsparChamp!
He finishes Round 2 as a co-leader. pic.twitter.com/v961BqIEbL
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) March 9, 2018
Here’s hoping the internet will be ready if he somehow manages to stay there through the weekend.
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