Hall of Famer Tiger Woods is facing the possibility of missing his third consecutive cut at a major tournament this year, echoing the concerns raised by Colin Montgomerie before the start of the British Open.
Tiger Woods' quest for a 16th major title at the British Open has taken a turn for the worse, with the legendary golfer in danger of missing the cut after a disastrous first round at Royal Troon. Woods carded an 8-over 79 on Thursday, leaving him tied for 149th place and needing a Herculean effort in the second round to avoid an early exit from the tournament.
This missed cut would mark Woods' third in a row at the majors this year, a feat he has only achieved once before in his illustrious career. The last time Woods missed three consecutive cuts at the majors was in 1999, when he was just 23 years old.
Tiger Woods' Struggles Continue at British Open, Haunting Words of Montgomerie Echo
Woods' struggles at the British Open come after Hall of Fame golfer Colin Montgomerie publicly voiced his belief that Woods should consider retirement. Montgomerie cited Woods' ongoing physical issues and declining performance as reasons for his suggestion. Woods, however, dismissed Montgomerie's comments, stating that he has no plans to step away from the game.
Despite his optimism, Woods' performance at Royal Troon has raised serious doubts about his ability to compete at the highest level. Woods admitted after the first round that he "didn't do a whole lot of things right" and that he needs to "shoot something in the mid-60s tomorrow to get something going on the weekend."
Tiger Woods' Struggles Continue at British Open, Haunting Words of Montgomerie Echo
Woods' average score in the majors this year is a disappointing 75.4, with his lowest score of 69 coming in the second round of the PGA Championship. The 15-time major winner has struggled with consistency throughout the year, missing the cut at both the PGA Championship and the U.S. Open.
While Woods remains defiant in his pursuit of more major titles, his recent performances have raised questions about his future. Woods has been plagued by injuries and setbacks throughout his career, and it remains to be seen if he can continue to compete at the same level that he once did.
Tiger Woods' Struggles Continue at British Open, Haunting Words of Montgomerie Echo
As he enters the second round of the British Open, Woods faces a daunting task. He needs to shoot a score in the mid-60s to have any chance of making the cut. If he fails to do so, it will mark a significant setback in his quest for a 16th major title.
Woods' struggles at Royal Troon have cast a shadow over the tournament, with many wondering if this could be the beginning of the end for one of the greatest golfers of all time. Only time will tell if Woods can turn things around and silence his critics.
