Charlie Woods fired a 1-under-par 71 on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., putting himself in contention during the first round of the Junior Players Championship, according to a Field Level Media report published Sept. 5.
Charlie Woods Contends at Tpc Sawgrass After Opening-Round 71
Playing on the par-72 Stadium Course, the 17-year-old recorded five birdies and four bogeys to notch his lowest competitive round at the venue, as reported by Field Level Media. His father, Tiger Woods, won the Players Championship twice at the same course in 2001 and 2013. Charlie Woods finished his round shortly before 2 p.m. ET, minutes before weather halted play on Friday.
According to Field Level Media, Woods sat tied for eighth when he walked off the course and ended the day tied for ninth. He stood four strokes behind leader Chase Bauer, who carded a 5-under 67.
Navigating the Famous Island Green at Hole No. 17
Woods started his day on the back nine and recovered from early bogeys at Nos. 11 and 14 by sinking consecutive birdies at Nos. 15 and 16, per Field Level Media. His most notable escape occurred on the iconic par-3 17th hole.
After pulling his tee shot toward the left side of the island green, Woods initially believed his ball was in the water, according to Field Level Media. Instead, the ball remained dry on the footpath leading onto the green. Facing limited room, Woods chipped to approximately 4 feet and made the par putt. “I was pleasantly surprised,” Woods said, according to Field Level Media, regarding the fortunate bounce.
Steady Improvement on the Junior Circuit
Following his escape at the 17th, Woods rolled in an 18-foot birdie putt at No. 18 to make the turn at 1 under, as detailed by Field Level Media. He added two more birdies at Nos. 3 and 9 against two bogeys on his final nine holes.
Friday’s 71 marked a noticeable step forward at the tournament. Field Level Media noted that Woods previously tied for 31st at the event after posting rounds of 76, 75, and 72 last year.
Did You Know?
Tiger Woods’ 2001 victory at TPC Sawgrass featured a famous 60-foot birdie putt on the 17th hole during the third round, according to Field Level Media.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Charlie Woods’ score in the opening round?
According to Field Level Media, Charlie Woods shot a 1-under-par 71 on Friday.
Where is the Junior Players Championship held?
The tournament takes place on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., as reported by Field Level Media.
How many times did Tiger Woods win the Players Championship?
Tiger Woods won the event twice at TPC Sawgrass, capturing titles in 2001 and 2013, according to Field Level Media.
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