Tiger Woods He is one of the stars of golf who has transcended barriers to become an icon of the world sport. After his car crash, happened last Tuesday, other golfers have paid tribute on the courses.
This Sunday, at the WGC Championship, held in Bradenton, Florida, multiple golf personalities such as Rory McIlroy, Tony Finau, Phil Mickelson, Cameron Champ, Patrick Reed, Jason Day y Justin Thomas They wore black pants with a red shirt to show their support for Woods.
For his part, Colin Morikawa, winner of the tournament, dedicated a few words to Woods and his paternal grandfather, who died in recent days after the victory. It should be noted that the 24-year-old player could not be part of the tribute because he did not get clothes of these characteristics at the last minute.
“You can’t say thank you enough. So thank you guys “, Indian.
But the tribute didn’t just happen in Bradenton. In Boca Raton, home of the Gainbridge LPGA, women’s golf legend Annika Sorenstam, also dressed in the colors of Woods. Even at the Puerto Rico Open, the tournament maintenance team sent their message of solidarity.
It is hard to explain how touching today was when I turned on the tv and saw all the red shirts. To every golfer and every fan, you are truly helping me get through this tough time.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) March 1, 2021
Woods responde
The displays of affection were not in vain. Through your Twitter account, Woods thanked all the participants in the tribute for the message and added that all the words of encouragement are comforting.
“It’s hard to explain how moving it was today when I turned on the television and saw everyone as red shirts. To every golfer and fan, they are really helping me get through this difficult time. “, he detailed.
