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Tiger Woods shares heartfelt hug with ex-wife Elin Nordegren after playing with son Charlie

Tiger Woods' and his girlfriend, Elin Nordgren, watch competition at the 2004 Ryder Cup in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by A. Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

A moment of unity at the PNC Championship

After finishing second with their son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida, Tiger Woods embraced his ex-wife, Elin Nordegren. The family moment came after Charlie delivered a stellar performance, including his first-ever hole-in-one.

Charlie Woods shines with career milestones

ORLANDO, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 22: Tiger Woods of the United States reacts with his son Charlie Woods after making the first hole-in-one of his career on the fourth hole during the second round of the PNC Championship at Ritz-Carlton Golf Club on December 22, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Charlie, 15, dazzled the golf world with his talent during the tournament, achieving both his first eagle and hole-in-one. Woods described the moments as “magical,” while Charlie called it the “most fun” he’s ever had on the course.

A resilient relationship rooted in family

Despite a high-profile divorce in 2010, Woods and Nordegren have rebuilt their relationship around co-parenting their children. Woods has expressed gratitude for their friendship, stating, “She is one of my best friends now.”

Tiger Woods battles through injuries for family

The event marked Woods’ return after his sixth back surgery and challenges from a 2021 car accident. Though no longer competitive at his peak, Woods said the tournament is a family highlight and a chance to support Charlie’s blossoming career.

A promising future for Charlie Woods

ORLANDO, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 21: Tiger Woods and his son Charlie Woods look over a putt on the fifth hole during the first round of the PNC Championship at Ritz-Carlton Golf Club on December 21, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

With both parents cheering him on, Charlie’s talent and poise suggest a bright future in golf. The weekend underscored not only his potential but also the power of family unity in overcoming challenges.

Herbert Bauernebel

Herbert Bauernebel has been reporting from New York since 1999 and currently works for Bild.de, OE24 TV, and US Live. He also runs the news portal AmerikaReport.de. Bauernebel has covered nearly all major US events of the past quarter-century, including 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s election, Donald Trump’s surprise victory, the pandemic, last year’s election showdown, as well as natural disasters such as hurricanes and oil spills. He has also reported firsthand on international events, including the Asian tsunami, the Haiti earthquake, and the Fukushima disaster. He lives in Brooklyn with his family and holds degrees in communication and political science from the University of Vienna. Bauernebel is the author of a book about his experiences on 9/11, And the Air Was Full of Ash: 9/11 – The Day That Changed My Life.