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Charlie Woods' 'Psycho Scorecard' at Recent Tournament Catches Attention

Originally posted on Men's Journal | By Rachel Dillin | Last updated May 27, 2025 11:27 AM ET

Charlie Woods, the 16-year-old son of golf legend Tiger Woods, turned heads at the American Junior Golf Association’s Team TaylorMade Invitational with a scorecard that defied convention and showcased his aggressive playstyle. In the opening round at Streamsong Black in Florida, Charlie recorded a two-under 70, but it was the composition of his scorecard that drew attention.

Golf commentator Shane Bacon aptly described it as a "psycho scorecard," on X (formerly Twitter), noting that Charlie made only three pars—all on par-3s—while the rest of his round was a mix of eight birdies, an eagle, five bogeys, and a triple bogey. This rollercoaster performance placed him in a tie for 13th out of 71 players, just three strokes behind the leaders.

Charlie Woods with an epic psycho scorecard on the @AJGAGolf this week ... three pars and they all came on par-3s. pic.twitter.com/JDfyTD9KfS
— Shane Bacon (@shanebacon) May 27, 2025

Charlie’s round began with back-to-back bogeys but quickly shifted momentum with an eagle on the par-5 12th hole, followed by birdies on the 13th, 14th, and 16th. His second nine included four birdies, a triple bogey, and two bogeys, reflecting a fearless approach that prioritizes scoring opportunities over-cautious play.

This performance comes on the heels of Charlie's recent improvement in U.S. Open local qualifying, where he shot a three-over 75, a six-stroke improvement from the previous year, though still short of advancing, Golf Digest reported.

While such a volatile scorecard might raise eyebrows, it also highlights Charlie's potential and willingness to take risks—traits reminiscent of his father's early career. As he continues to develop his game, the golf world will be watching to see how he balances aggression with consistency.

This article first appeared on Men's Journal and was syndicated with permission.

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