[Golf Topic] '82-Win Champ' Woods "Hall of Fame Induction~"

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…The 'resurrected golf emperor' Tiger Woods (USA, photo) will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame.

The World Golf Hall of Fame induction committee announced on the 12th (Korean time) that "Woods secured over 75% of the votes from the committee, confirming his induction." Jay Monahan, the commissioner of the PGA Tour, informed Woods of the news via phone. Woods expressed his thoughts on the induction, saying, "I am honored thanks to the support of my family, friends, and fans," and added, "This is the result of not giving up and striving to achieve my goals."

Woods is the player who has won a total of 82 PGA Tour events, tying the record for the most wins, including 15 major championships. The original eligibility age for induction was 40, raised to 50 in 2016, but lowered to 45 this year, allowing for early induction. Phil Mickelson (USA), Vijay Singh (Fiji), and Ernie Els (South Africa) were inducted before the age requirement was raised to 50. The review of candidates such as Padraig Harrington (Ireland), Tom Weiskopf, and Dottie Pepper (both USA) is ongoing.

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