Tiger Woods’ son Charlie Woods finishes first in his qualifier for the 2024 US Junior Amateur and now rises to the highest rank of his junior career in every category.
Charlie Woods Shines: Career-High Junior Golf Ranking and US Junior Amateur Qualification
Charlie Woods, the 15-year-old son of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, has soared to a career-high ranking in junior golf following an impressive tournament victory. Charlie finished first in his qualifier for the 2024 US Junior Amateur at Oakland Hills, propelling him to 38th in The Universal Golf Rankings (TUGR) for the ‘Class of 2027.’
Rising Star
Woods clinched the top spot by carding a superb round of 1-under 71 at Eagle Trace Golf Club, outperforming 74 competitors. This victory not only qualifies him for his first-ever USGA tournament but also elevates him to his highest career rank across all categories in the TUGR Junior Rankings.
TUGR’s Acknowledgment
The Universal Golf Rankings took to Twitter to celebrate Charlie’s milestone: “Charlie Woods moves up to 38th in the Class of 2027 per TUGR Junior Rankings. After finishing 1st in his qualifier for the US Junior Am, he’s currently at the highest rank of his junior career in every category. Very much a D1 prospect and trending in the right direction.”
Following in Tiger’s Footsteps
Charlie Woods is set to compete in the US Junior Amateur Championship, a tournament his father, Tiger Woods, famously won three consecutive times from 1991 to 1993. The championship features two rounds of stroke play, with the top 64 players advancing to a match play stage. The winner earns a coveted spot in the 2025 US Open at Oakmont.
Supporting His Father
Recently, Charlie helped his father with his golf swing at the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst No.2, although Tiger unfortunately missed the cut. Tiger, 48, plans to compete next at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon in Scotland from July 18-21.
Tiger’s Future Plans
Tiger Woods is eyeing a debut season on the PGA Tour Champions in 2026. There are also discussions about potentially allowing him to use a golf cart at the 2026 US Senior Open if the USGA decides to amend its rules.
Current Competitions
Charlie Woods is currently competing in the 54-hole Press Thornton Future Masters at Dothan Country Club in Alabama. He is participating in the highly competitive 232-player 15-18 category and opened with a 3-over 73. Fans can follow the action on WTVY.
Charlie’s journey is just beginning, and with his recent achievements, the golf world is eagerly watching his rise. As he prepares for the US Junior Amateur, Charlie Woods continues to carve out his own legacy in the sport, inspired by the formidable footsteps of his father.
