Breaking: Masters star denies secret chat with Tiger Woods in awkward presser.
Young amateur golfer Neal Shipley found himself at the center of controversy during the 2024 Masters tournament when a question about his playing partner, Tiger Woods, led to an awkward moment during a press conference.
Shipley had been riding high on Sunday morning after making the cut and advancing to the final day of the prestigious Masters tournament, where he was paired with the living legend Woods. However, both players struggled on the demanding Augusta National course, with Shipley finishing 12-over-par, four shots ahead of Woods. Despite their position on the leaderboard, the presence of Woods attracted considerable attention from fans and media alike.
During Shipley’s post-round press conference, a reporter brought up an apparent exchange between Shipley and Woods on the course. Shipley hesitated and seemed uncomfortable, eventually responding with a vague denial: “He didn’t.” Pressed further by the reporter, Shipley repeated his denial, insisting that nothing had happened.
As the tension in the room grew palpable, the Augusta National moderator intervened, abruptly ending the press conference and thanking Shipley for his time.
Video footage of the awkward exchange quickly spread on social media, sparking speculation about what might have transpired between Shipley and Woods on the course.
Shipley, a newcomer to the Masters, had managed to make it through the cut and complete the full weekend of play at Augusta National, while Woods, despite struggling with his game, had set a new record by making 24 consecutive cuts at the tournament. Woods openly admitted his poor performance, attributing it to his struggles with both ball-striking and putting.
The incident left fans and observers intrigued, adding an unexpected twist to an already eventful Masters tournament.
