Tiger Woods Spotted with Vanessa Trump and Daughter at Golf Tournament
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Tiger Woods, the iconic golf legend, was recently seen sharing his passion for golf with members of the Trump family. Photos captured the moment when Woods arrived at the Genesis Invitational last month in La Jolla, Calif. alongside Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., and their daughter Kai, 17. The trio was seen walking together into the tournament, sparking speculation amongst onlookers.
Sources close to the Trump family disclosed to PEOPLE on Thursday, March 13 that Woods, 49, and Vanessa, 47, have been involved in a low-key romantic relationship for several months. Kai, a promising junior golfer from Florida, has already committed to playing golf for the University of Miami starting next year.
The images from the Genesis Invitational on Sunday, Feb. 16 depict Kai and Vanessa accompanying Woods, with the golf legend clad in his customary red polo shirt, often reserved for the final rounds of tournaments. The sighting came shortly after Woods had to withdraw from the tournament at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla due to the passing of his mother, Kultida.
In a heartfelt social media post, Woods expressed his gratitude for the support he received during the challenging time, stating, “Thanks to everyone who has reached out. I hope to be at Torrey later in the week and appreciate the continued kindness since my Mom’s passing.”
Days after their appearance in California, Tiger, Vanessa, and Kai found themselves at the White House, where the five-time Masters champion was honoured by President Donald Trump at a reception acknowledging Black History Month. This new chapter in Woods’ personal life coincides with a setback in his sporting career.
On Tuesday, March 11, Woods revealed that he had suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon, causing a pause in his training and practice sessions. Despite the injury, Woods had been eyeing a return to the Masters next month, having notably made the cut for the 24th consecutive time during last year’s tournament.
The public has been closely following Woods’ journey, both on and off the golf course, as he navigates personal relationships and sporting challenges. As fans eagerly await updates on his recovery and potential return to competitive golf, Woods continues to inspire admiration and support from around the world.