[Golf Topic] Thomas: "Woods' Son Charlie Also Good at 'Trash Talk'"

Justin Thomas (right) and Tiger Woods are seen smiling after their victory at the Payne's Valley Cup last September.

[Asia Economy Reporter Noo Rae] ○…World No. 3 Justin Thomas (USA) spoke about the 'trash talk' from Charlie Woods (11), son of the 'resurrected golf emperor' Tiger Woods (USA).

In an interview with USA Today on the 2nd (Korean time), he said, "Charlie wants to beat me at everything," adding, "He has never beaten me in golf or putting contests, but he is definitely as good at wordplay as his father." Woods, Charlie, and Thomas will participate in the PNC Championship (total prize money $1,085,000) held on the 18th in Orlando, Florida, USA. This event features 20 major tournament and The Players Championship winners paired with their families.

This tournament, which started in 1995, is the first time Woods is participating. Charlie is a rising star who achieved two consecutive wins in the 9-hole circuit for ages 9-11 held this year in Florida. Thomas smiled, saying, "During the tournament, I have to make sure Charlie keeps that little mouth shut; it should be fun." Thomas will tee off at the PGA Tour Mayakoba Golf Classic (total prize money $7.2 million), which opens on the night of the 3rd (Korean time) at Playa El Camaleon Golf Club in Mexico.

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