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Charlie Woods score today: How Tiger Woods’ son won first AJGA tournament over top amateurs

Much like his famous father, Charlie Woods knows how to close out a tournament.

The 16-year-old son of golf legend Tiger Woods won his first American Junior Golf Association Event on Wednesday, shooting a 6-under 66 in the final round at the Team TaylorMade Invitational.

Woods bested a field of 71 other junior golfers, including the AJGA’s No. 1 ranked player, overcoming a rough first day of the tournament to get the win.

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If his last name is any indication, Woods is on his way to many more victories on the golf course. Here’s a look at Charlie Woods’ performance from Wednesday.

Charlie Woods score today

Woods shot a 6-under 66 in the final round to clinch a win at the Team TaylorMade Invitational on Wednesday. He finished at 15-under par for the tournament, three strokes ahead of AJGA players Willie Gordon, Luke Colton and Phillip Dunham.

Woods struggled in the first round on Monday, shooting a two-under 70 with five bogeys and a double bogey. He responded nicely on Tuesday, carding a second round 65 with just two bogeys that had him one stroke off the lead heading into the final round.

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What is the TaylorMade Invitational?

The Team TaylorMade Invitational is an annual AJGA tournament played at the Black Course at the Streamsong Resort in Bowling Green, Florida. The invitational features 72 amateurs and does not have a cut, as it is also meant to be a showcase for golfers looking to play in college.  

How old is Charlie Woods?

Charlie Woods is 16-years old and is a junior in high school. Prior to Wednesday, he already had several wins on his resume, with his first coming as a 14-year old at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Major Championship in June 2023.

Last summer, Woods played in the U.S. Junior Amateur tournament but did not make the cut. He also attempted to qualify for the U.S. Open earlier this month.

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