Tiger Woods and son Charlie smash record at PNC Championship despite finishing runners-up
Sports round-up December 24
Tiger Woods and his son Charlie have set a new television viewership record at the PNC Championship, despite finishing as runners-up in the tournament.
The first round of the competition averaged 2.92 million viewers, according to Sports Media Watch.
This marked a staggering 147 per cent increase compared to the first round of the 2023 PNC Championship.
The figures represent a new one-day record in the event's 29-year history.
Tiger Woods and son Charlie were in action at the PNC Championship
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The second and final round also saw significant growth, averaging 1.42 million viewers - a 32 per cent increase from the previous year.
The father-son duo came agonisingly close to victory, reaching a play-off round against Team Langer.
Charlie Woods impressed during the tournament with a stunning hole-in-one.
However, the Woods pair were ultimately defeated when Bernhard Langer sank a 20-foot putt for eagle.
It marked Tiger Woods' first competitive action since withdrawing from The Open at Royal Troon in July, five months ago.
The tournament saw them face off against German legend Bernhard Langer and his son Jason, who emerged victorious.
Despite the defeat, Tiger Woods expressed gratitude for sharing the experience with his son.
"That was the thrill of a lifetime to be able to have that moment with Charlie," Woods said after the tournament.
Charlie Woods hit a hole-in-one earlier in the tournament
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The 15-time major winner praised the competitive nature of the event.
"For us to have that experience together, I know we didn't win, but it was the fact that we competed. No one really made a mistake out there," he added.
Woods acknowledged the victors' performance, stating: "Hats off to [the] Langers. They played amazing."
The tournament provided a special opportunity for family bonding and competitive golf.
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Golf fans flocked to watch Tiger Woods and his son Charlie in action
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Woods was making his first significant appearance since undergoing back surgery in September.
The surgery was part of his ongoing management of injuries from a near-fatal car accident in 2021.
While showing promising form, Woods was quick to temper expectations about his current fitness level.
"I'm nowhere near competitive shape. I'm a great scramble partner," he admitted.
He emphasised the recreational nature of his participation, saying: "We made a great team this week, and that's the whole joy of it, it is to be out here with family and bonding and just the enjoyment of each other's company."
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