When it comes to being the most successful golfer, the first name that strikes the head is Tiger Woods. The 15-time major winner knows how to live his life king-size! However, there is one more name that comes to mind when talking about rich players. And it’s none other than LIV Golf face Phil Mickelson. Both these legends make millions of dollars from golf as well as other sources. But did you know that both of them own a private jet that cost them a fortune?
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Tiger Woods vs Phil Mickelson: Who has the better private jet?
Tiger Woods is one of the wealthiest men in the golf community. The PGA Tour veteran earns more than most other athletes in the sports world. Woods loves spending his hard-earned money on things he loves. And one of his favorite investments is his extravagant private jet. Woods spent around $54 million on his spectacular Gulfstream G550, which is no less than a luxurious mini house.
The golfer loves to use his flying machine to travel across the country for his tournaments. Woods’ plane can comfortably fit 19 passengers and has the potential to fly 5000 miles in a single flight. With a top speed of 680mph, the jet is as fast as it is spacious!
It includes bedrooms as well as a walk-in wardrobe for Woods and his girlfriend Erica Herman, who is rumored to get married to the golfer soon. The jet also has complete satellite connectivity along with access to the internet, allowing Woods to maintain a connection with people on the ground.
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On the other hand, Phil Mickelson also owns a private jet worth 40 million dollars. The extravagant plane includes a dining area, couches, televisions, as well as ornate decorations. Lefty’s plane features specially designated areas for him to work and for his entertainment on the go.
The flying machine also has bedrooms and bathrooms inside it which allow the golfer to travel through the night. And keeping in mind Mickelson’s love for bling, the faucets in the bathroom sinks are gold-plated. Mickelson’s plane includes a kitchen area to cook meals in the air, and also to store his favorite beverages.
Although Mickelson has an amazing set of expensive amenities inside his plane, it is nothing compared to Woods’ opulent flying beast!
Woods and Mickelson: Net worth comparison
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Woods and Mickelson are two of the biggest names in the golf industry. Mickelson was recently announced as the highest-paid golfer in the world by Forbes. However, despite Mickelson’s current earnings, he is far behind Tiger Woods in matters of net worth.
According to sources, Mickelson currently has a net worth of $300 million. It is after he made a deal with LIV Golf and as a result, most of his sponsors dropped their contracts with him.
On the other hand, with sponsors like Nike, Gatorade, Monster Energy, TaylorMade, and Rolex, Woods has a net worth of more than $1 billion. The golfer even got a chance to double his net worth with an alleged LIV Golf offer of around $800 million. However, most of his earnings come from his sponsorship deals. And only 10% of what he earns is made out of professional tournaments.
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