IThe 16-year-old son of golf legend Tiger Woods, Charlie Woods, has encountered another challenge in his nascent career. Charlie played a 3-over-par 75 in the local qualifying round for the 2025 U.S. Open qualifier at the Wellington Golf Club in Florida, falling seven strokes short of the 68 required to move on to the final qualifying round.
#NEW: Tiger’s son Charlie shot +3, 75 on Thursday in Florida as he attempted to make it to final U.S. Open qualifying. Woods came up 7 shots short of advancing. pic.twitter.com/SkwXzLGvQt
— TWLEGION (@TWlegion) May 9, 2025
Charlie has made two straight attempts to qualify for the U.S. Open, and this year’s effort is noticeably better than his last, in which he shot 9-over-par 81. Even though he didn’t progress, his performance shows development and resiliency, which are critical traits for any athlete hoping to compete professionally. But while Charlie’s score may not have earned him a spot in the next round, it certainly won him a wave of support.
Fans Rally Behind Charlie Woods
Golf fans have used social media to share their thoughts and support for Charlie Woods following his recent attempt to earn a spot at the U.S. Open. “Long Long way to go. This isn’t the early 1990s. He will get there but a much tougher road to track,” said one admirer, acknowledging that golf is more competitive now than it was when Tiger Woods first gained notoriety.
“Not bad for a 17-year-old,” said another supporter, emphasizing how admirable Charlie’s performance was considering his age. In fact, for a teenager still developing his talents, shooting a 75 in a fiercely competitive environment is a commendable accomplishment. A fellow viewer offered an alternative viewpoint, saying, “Anyone making fun of this is clueless. To shoot 75 as a 16-year-old in a highly competitive round like this is very respectable,” highlighting the significance of acknowledging the difficulties young athletes encounter under duress.
Some fans provided a more realistic assessment, with one saying, “I don’t really think he’s on pace to be a pro. Hopefully, but probably not and that’s OK.” This sentiment emphasizes the knowledge that not all ambitious athletes will take the same route and that it’s okay for people to choose their own routes. Fans generally express support and faith in Charlie’s ability, despite differences in viewpoints. In a nutshell, one supporter stated, “He’ll get there,” expressing the general belief that Charlie Woods will establish himself in the professional golf game with more commitment and experience.
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