TGL, the Indoor Golf League of Tiger Woods, honored his mother Kultida on Tuesday after his death at the age of 80.
The 15 times old winner announced that his mother, whom he described as “his greatest fan”, had died earlier on Tuesday. He did not reveal a cause of death.
Before Tuesday's confrontation between Boston Common by Rory Mcilroy and the Los Angeles Golf Club, a moment of silence was held in Kultida's tribute.
The Woods matriarch, who had supported him through the ups and downs of his career, had been at the Sofi Center in Palm Beach, Florida, last week when he encouraged his son and his team of Jupiter Links in the TGL against Mcilroy and company. January 27.
As through each of his companies, Kultida had also been present at the Arena of the high -tech simulator along with his grandson Charlie on January 14 for Woods's debut in the innovative League.
Woods, who had seen the TGL inaugural match from the stands with Mcilroy before his first two clashes, was not understandably present at the Sofi Center on Tuesday.
TGL, the Tiger Woods covered golf league, honored his mother Kultida on Tuesday night
Tiger Woods has announced the death of his mother Kultida at the age of 80 Tuesday
Woods' matriarch had seen her son compete in TGL in Sofi Center last month
The 49 -year -old was extremely close to his mother, who saw him emerge to win the masters as a 21 -year -old player in 1997, to conquer the game in an era of relentless domain before leaning during his 2009 2009 scandal which cost him his first marriage and millions in approval agreements.
Woods said in a statement: 'With the sincere sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, died early this morning.
'My mother was a force of our own nature, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was fast with the needle and a laugh. She was my greatest admirer, the best defender, without her, none of my personal achievements would have been possible.
'She was loved by many, but especially for her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all for your support, prayers and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. I love you mom.
In June 2024, speaking upon receiving the Bob Jones award, one of the most prestigious individual honors in golf, Woods gave him an emotional tribute.
“My mother does not receive enough credit,” he said, with her at the audience. 'Everyone thought it was my dad when I went to the road, which was, but Mom was at home. If you don't know, Mom has been there all my life.
'This award, I accept it in humility and simply an incredible badge for the recipients of the past, but I also accept it for my mother too.
'She allowed me to get here. She allowed me to do these things, pursue my dreams and support and love, I didn't do this alone. I had the biggest rock that any child could have: my mother. Thanks mommy.
The League had a moment of silence before its match between Boston and Los Angeles
Woods poses with her mother after winning the US Open in 2000 in Pebble Beach
In addition to being there to witness the career that every conquest of her son in Golf, she was also there during her fall on Thanksgiving 2009.
After his series of infidelities at his then wife, Elin Nordegren had been exposed, which culminated in a car accident at his home in Florida in the early hours of the morning, Woods resurfaced three months later at a press conference where he apologized for Your affairs.
His mother was one of the few people sat in the room with him that day.
Woods said that despite his public support, he made sure he faced the consequences of his actions together with Norden.
Early in the day, TGL had joined the many tribute to Kultida on social networks.
'Our thoughts are with the forest family. We extend our deepest condolences', shared the social networks account of the League.
President Trump also immediately offered his condolences to Woods, publishing in Truth Social: “They informed me that Tiger Woods's wonderful mother, Kultida, died, has gone to the greatest streets!
'Kultida Woods was a surprising influence on Tiger, and gave him much of his strength and brilliance. Melania and I send our love and prayers to Tiger and his incredible family!
Woods received Trump's Freedom presidential medal in 2019. His mother joined him at the White House for the ceremony, along with his three children and his then girlfriend, Erica Herman.
Kultida is shown with Woods after her first press conference after the 2009 sex scandal
Woods, with his ex -wife Elin Norden and his mother Kultida in California in 2008
It was also his influence that sat behind his decision to always wear red on tournaments, and finally inspired his clothing line 'Red Day' of the sun.
Woods's father, Earl, died in 2006 for prostate cancer. He met Kultida at a base of the United States army in Bangkok in the 1960s.
Woods said at that time: 'My dad was my best friend and best model to follow, and I will miss him deeply. I am overwhelmed when I think of all the big things he achieved in his life.
'He was an incredible father, coach, mentor, soldier, husband and friend. I wouldn't be where I am without him, and I feel honored to continue his legacy of sharing and worrying. ''