Tiger Woods

2024 - 6 - 14

Tiger Woods Struggles at U.S. Open 2024: A Round of Ups and Downs

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Tiger Woods faces challenges with his irons, putter, and approach shots at Pinehurst No. 2, leaving him behind early leader Patrick Cantlay. Find out more about his rollercoaster round!

Tiger Woods had a rough start at the U.S. Open 2024, shooting an opening-round 74 at Pinehurst No. 2, placing him nine strokes behind early leader Patrick Cantlay. Despite hitting 12 of 14 fairways, Woods struggled with his irons, missing crucial shots and ending the day 4-over par. His putter also let him down, with only 9 of 18 greens in regulation. The golf legend faced challenges both off the tee and on the greens, showing signs of struggle on the course.

Despite the setbacks, there were moments where Tiger Woods showed glimpses of his former dominance. Early in the round, he briefly led the leaderboard, igniting hopes of a strong comeback. However, inconsistencies in his game, especially with approach shots and putting, prevented him from maintaining the momentum. Woods' performance highlighted the unforgiving nature of the U.S. Open courses, where precision is key to success.

Tiger Woods' equipment changes, particularly his recent wedge adjustments, raised interest among fans and analysts. The alterations in his gear hinted at a strategic shift in his game plan for tackling the challenges of Pinehurst No. 2. His choice of tools reflected his adaptability and desire to optimize his performance at the prestigious tournament.

As the U.S. Open progresses, all eyes are on Tiger Woods as he seeks to overcome his early struggles and make a mark at Pinehurst. Fans and critics alike are eager to witness how the golf icon will navigate the demanding course and compete against top-ranking players. The tournament promises thrilling moments and surprises as Woods aims to showcase his enduring skill and determination on the challenging course.

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US Open 2024: Tiger Woods struggles to opening-round 74 and ... (Sky Sports)

Three-time US Open winner Tiger Woods shot an opening-round 74 at Pinehurst No 2 to leave him nine strokes behind early leader Patrick Cantlay; Woods carded ...

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Tiger Woods has rough round with irons, shoots 4-over at U.S. Open ... (ESPN)

Tiger Woods hit 12 of 14 fairways in the first round of the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 on Thursday, but his irons weren't dialed in and he missed 9 ...

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Tiger Woods let down by putter at Pinehurst in Round 1 of 2024 U.S. ... (USA TODAY)

Teeing off early, Woods shot a 4-over-par 74 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club's Course No. 2. Hitting just 9 of 18 greens in regulation, Woods put extra ...

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U.S. Open 2024: For a few hours, Tiger Woods was Tiger Woods again (GolfDigest.com)

Tiger Woods plays a shot on the 10th hole during the first round. Gregory Shamus. PINEHURST, N.C. ...

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Tiger Woods' latest gear change for the U.S. Open is a rarity (Golf.com)

What Tiger Woods' recent wedge changes could mean for how he attacks the grain and green complexes at Pinehurst.

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U.S. Open: After strong start, Tiger Woods struggles at unforgiving ... (Yahoo Sports)

PINEHURST, N.C. — For a few minutes, Tiger Woods was atop the leaderboard at the U.S. Open once again. Yes, he'd only played one hole, and the sun still ...

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Poor approach shots, spotty putting highlight Tiger Woods' opening ... (usatoday.com)

There aren't that many scores that are low,” he said after his round. “It's hard to get the ball close. In most golf courses you play, you hit shots into where ...

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Tiger Woods Round 1 U.S. Open updates - PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

Tiger Woods has done everything but win in his two career trips to Pinehurst No. 2. Woods finished third in the 1999 U.S. Open, two behind Payne Stewart, ...

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Tiger Woods' U.S. Open Thursday ended with 2 unusual scenes (Golf.com)

PINEHURST, N.C. — The children were not yelling, they were chanting. And if you've ever heard a group of children before, you know a chant can be a powerful ...

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Tiger Woods struggles in US Open first round Source: PA (Golf Australia Magazine)

Tiger Woods has become an early casualty of what he had predicted would be a "war of attrition" in the 124th US Open at Pinehurst.

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Tiger Woods struggles in U.S Open first round (Golf Australia Magazine)

Tiger Woods has become an early casualty of what he had predicted would be a "war of attrition" in the 124th U.S Open at Pinehurst.

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Legendary caddie makes major Tiger Woods prediction (bunkered)

It wasn't the start Tiger Woods hoped for at the 124th US Open, but a legendary caddie has backed him with a major prediction.

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Will Billionaire Tiger Woods Make The Cut? Here Are U.S. Open's ... (Forbes)

Top-paid golfers like Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson may struggle to make the cut, though other top earners like Rory McIlroy are near the top of the ...

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Tiger Woods in brutal scenes as Aussie golf stars suffer in 'joke ... (Yahoo Sport Australia)

Adam Scott was the only Aussie not to go over par in the first round. Read more here.

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Tiger Woods US Open tracker: Live day 2 updates for golfer at US ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

Tiger Woods will continue his quest to win a 16th major and fourth U.S. Open this week. Woods must battle back to make the cut in Round 2.

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Will Tiger Woods make the US Open cut? Tracking his play in Round 2 (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

NBC Universal, Inc. The first day of the 2024 U.S. Open is complete, with Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay sharing the lead. Here is a recap of Round 1.

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Shot-by-shot tracker for Tiger Woods' second round at the 2024 U.S. ... (usatoday.com)

“It's hard to get the ball close. In most golf courses you play, you hit shots into where it's feeding off of slopes into flags, whereas collecting,” Woods said ...

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U.S. Open projected cut: Tiger Woods, Scottie Scheffler in danger of ... (Golf.com)

Pinehurst No. 2 is playing plenty difficult at the 124th U.S. Open, and it has a number of big names in danger of missing the weekend.

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Tiger Woods misses US Open cut after latest bogey-filled round (New York Post)

Tiger Woods was close, but by the time he finished his second round of the U.S. Open, the 48-year-old fell short of another cut.

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Tiger Woods: 'It may or may not be' his last U.S. Open after missing cut (Yahoo Sports)

Woods has now either missed the cut or withdrawn from six of the last eight major championships. He hasn't made the cut at the U.S. Open since 2019 — which was ...

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Tiger Woods shoots 3-over 73 in second round of 2024 U.S. Open ... (usatoday.com)

After opening with three pars, Woods hit a wonderful iron shot from 230 yards into the par-4 fourth and cashed in the 16-foot putt for a birdie. However, he ...

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Tiger Woods: Fifteen-time major champion unsure on US Open ... (Sky Sports)

Tiger Woods has admitted his US Open career could be coming to an end after a disappointing missed cut at Pinehurst No 2.

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Tiger Woods cards 2nd-round 73, misses cut at 2024 U.S. Open ... (ESPN)

-- As 15-time major champion Tiger Woods watched his putt roll down the green on the 15th hole at Pinehurst No. 2 on Friday, he took a half-step off the fringe, ...

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Tiger Woods cards 2nd-round 73, misses cut at 2024 U.S. Open ... (ESPN Australia)

-- As fifteen-time major champion Tiger Woods watched his putt roll down the green on the 15th hole at Pinehurst No. 2 on Friday, he took a half-step off the ...

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Was this Tiger Woods' last US Open? Legend uncertain about future ... (USA TODAY)

Tiger Woods missed the cut at Pinehurst. “As far as my last U.S. Open championship, I don't know when that is," he said. "It may or may not be.”

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Tiger Woods made somber admission after U.S. Open missed cut (Golf.com)

Tiger Woods missed the cut at the 2024 U.S. Open, and he got honest with the media following his Friday round in Pinehurst, N.C..

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