Here’s Why Tiger Woods Named His Son ‘Charlie Axel Woods’

The golf world celebrated wholeheartedly when Tiger Woods announced the birth of his son. Charlie Axel Woods was born on February 8, 2oo9. Since his father is a well-known star, people couldn’t help but notice the uniqueness of his name. How did the GOAT and his wife come up with it? Also, what exactly does it mean? 

As for his first name, young Woods is named after the late Charlie Sifford. Sifford was the first black golfer ever to join the PGA Tour. The Hall of Famer had joined the Tour in 1961 and had won 2 PGA Tour events throughout his career. He had played at the PGA Tour Champions and had won Suntree Senior PGA Tour Classic in 1980. 

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As for his relationship with the GOAT, Sifford used to refer to Tiger as ‘my grandson.’ Hence, it made sense when Tiger named his son after the legend. 

What made Tiger Woods name his son’s middle name ‘Axel?’ 

Axel, according to birthcare.com, means “father of peace.” It is a Swedish name and since Elin Nordegren, Charlie’s mother, is from Sweden, the name fits perfectly for the young Woods.

According to People, the goat had mentioned why the couple named their son Charlie Axel. “We had a couple names, and Charlie just fit,” said Tiger. He further added that Elin’s brother’s name is Axel and the couple wanted the name to stay in the family. 

Charlie Woods to continue his father’s legacy!

Charlie Woods showed the world that he could continue Tiger’s legacy with his incredible skills at the 2021 PNC Championship. The father-son team secured second place at the event after scoring 11 consecutive birdies in the last 12 holes. 

The young Woods impressed the golf world with his golfing skills as well as his mannerism on the course as his father. 

Recently, Charlie had made headlines for winning second place at the Disney Junior Open in Orlando. The 13-year-old scored a total of 3-under par at the two-round event. Notably, the Open is a part of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, in which Tiger is an investor.

Young Woods is named after the golf legend Charlie Sifford and his maternal uncle. As a 13-year-old, Charlie has already proved that he is ready to take over the golf world. It would be no wonder when Charlie would begin his hunt for championship titles as his father.

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