In a thrilling display at the PNC Championship, Tiger Woods’ son achieved his first hole-in-one, while Bernhard Langer secured victory with a crucial eagle putt in a playoff. Langer and his son Jason emerged as champions for the second consecutive year, with the 67-year-old German now boasting back-to-back wins at the event with different sons as partners.
The competition, held at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando, featured a memorable moment when Woods’ 15-year-old son Charlie aced a par-3 hole with a 7-iron, prompting celebrations from his father. Despite not clinching the title, Woods expressed joy at competing alongside his son and emphasized the importance of family bonding during the tournament.
Both Team Langer and Team Woods finished with an impressive 15-under 57 in the scramble format, setting a new tournament record at 28-under 116. The playoff saw Langer’s experience give him an edge over Woods on a par 5 hole, ultimately leading to victory for Team Langer.
The event also witnessed other notable performances, including Padraig Harrington and his son Paddy tying for third place after Paddy made a hole-in-one on the eighth hole. The tournament, exclusive to major champions and their family members, provided a platform for memorable moments and shared joy among participants.
Overall, the PNC Championship showcased exceptional golf skills, family camaraderie, and heartwarming moments that will be cherished by all those involved.