‘Kiss My A**’: Tiger Woods & His Arch-Rival Proven Far More Alike Than Different Ahead of Face-Off

Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh, two golfing legends, may have been bitter rivals on the course, but their careers share a common thread – a relentless pursuit of greatness. Singh’s incredible 2004 season, where he won nine tournaments, including the PGA Championship, and dethroned Woods as the world’s number one golfer, proved that he could match Woods’ level of excellence. Fast forward to 2024, Woods is gearing up for a potential return to competitive golf, with his appearance in the NBC booth sparking hopes of a comeback at the PNC Championship in Orlando. As Woods prepares to face off against the world’s best golfers once again, his legacy is reminded of the rivalry with Singh, which pushed both golfers to new heights. Despite their differences, Woods and Singh’s shared passion for golf and competitive drive have cemented their places in golfing history.

They were cutthroat rivals but you know who’s more alike than you’d think? Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh. Despite being rivals on the course and having totally different personalities, they share a common trait,  an insane drive to succeed in the latest YouTube video by No Laying Up Podcast they talked about exactly that. They’re both super competitive and will stop at nothing to stay on top. Woods once said, “I hate to lose more than I like to win,” and Singh echoed that sentiment, saying “I don’t like to finish second. I want to win.” This intense competitiveness has been the fuel that’s driven their careers, and it’s what’s made them two of the greatest golfers of all time.

That intense competitiveness has led to some pretty infamous moments, too. Like when Singh won the Masters in 2000 and told the media, “Kiss my a**, everybody.” Woods has had his own share of run-ins with the media, but both golfers have learned to channel their emotions into their game. As Woods put it, “You can’t get too high or too low. You have to stay even-keel.” Singh’s approach is similar, saying “I try to stay focused on the present moment. I don’t worry about what happened yesterday or what’s going to happen tomorrow.” It’s a mindset that’s served them well, both on and off the course.

It’s interesting to note that even Woods’ former caddie is on the same page, pointing out the surprising similarities between the golf superstar and his longtime rival.

Steve Williams says there is a ‘love-hate sort of thing’ between Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh

Rivalries are a natural part of any sport, and golf is no exception. One of the most epic rivalries in golf history has to be between Woods and Singh. I mean, these two golfing legends went head-to-head for years, pushing each other to be their best. Woods’ former caddie, Williams, has some fascinating insights into their dynamic. Williams was on Woods’ bag for over a decade, from 1999 to 2011, and saw the highs and lows of Woods’ career. He’s got a unique perspective on what made their rivalry so special.

Williams recently opened up about Woods and Singh’s complicated relationship on the Chasing Majors podcast. It’s pretty captivating stuff. Apparently, it was a love-hate thing – they had deep respect for each other’s games, but also desperately wanted to beat each other. Singh’s intense practice regimen and impressive stretch of wins made him a constant threat, and Williams recalled, “He was always a threat it was a great rivalry.” Williams’ words give us a glimpse into Woods’ character, and it’s pretty admirable.