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Tiger Woods had almost lost his leg in a car accident. Yet, he made a comeback one year later at the greatest major of golf, the Masters Tournament. Therefore, more than anybody, he understands what he needs to do to fight back against all the odds in life. 

While talking to the press after the round at the Augusta National on Saturday, the golf legend had a message for people.

He said, “Never give up. Always chase after your dreams.”

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“And… I’ve… I fight each and every day. Each and every day is a challenge,” he added. “Each and every day presents its own different challenges; For all of us! And… wake up, and let’s start the fight all over again.”

It has been more than a decade since Woods has been fighting against the challenges in his life. Even before the car crash that injured his leg severely, he had to deal with many injuries throughout his life. 

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The golfer had to have surgery to remove two benign tumors from his knee even before he had turned professional. Furthermore, he has had multiple surgeries to fix his leg injuries and back injuries since 2007. Nevertheless, Tiger had always fought back and made comebacks to play the sport. 

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Notably, the golfer had won the 2008 U. S. Open with an injured leg. His last major title, the 2019 Masters, shows how he never gives up his life. He had won the title as a comeback victory after his fourth back surgery in 2017. 

Furthermore, his comeback after a year break since the accident also shows that he is a fighter. 

Fans’ reaction to Tiger Woods’ powerful message

The golf fans know everything Woods has faced in his life. And so, they knew he talks from experience and has shared his life motto in the interview. 

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Many of his fans were happy to just see him playing on the course again, as they understood how difficult it was for him to make a comeback this time.

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It is easy to say things than actually do them. However, Woods did not just say empty words but set an example by executing them in real life. He might not win the 2022 Masters; however, what matters is that he showed up. He put in the effort and made a comeback after all the challenges life put in front of him.

Did you find his words inspiring? Do you think he can win another title in the future?