Ahead of His Bid to Match Jack Nicklaus, 47-Year-Old Tiger Woods Showered With Uplifting Compliments Before the Masters

Nicknamed the “Golden Bear,” 83-year-old Jack Nicklaus is the most rewarded golfer in the sport’s history. In 1963, then-23-year-old Nicklaus began his love affair with the Masters after he won his first-ever green jacket. Nicklaus has clinched 18 Majors in his career, including 6 Masters trophies. Tiger Woods is another golfer who has scripted history in the sport time and again.

As the 5-time Masters champion heads to Augusta for the 87th edition of the event, he will want to match the legendary Nicklaus’ record. Woods’ fellow compatriots also believe the 47-year-old still has “the power” in him.

Jason Day showers Woods with compliments

On Sunday, Jason Day may not have gotten the chance to see Woods play during his practice session, but the golfer definitely heard the powerful sound of Woods’ swings. Day hit balls alongside Woods, who is preparing to compete at the upcoming edition of the Masters. “It’s still got that Tiger sound; it’s a different noise,” Day told Golf Digest.

“Tiger is one of only a few players on tour who have their own sound, and it’s still got that power in it,” revealed Day. “It wouldn’t surprise me if Tiger was in the top 20 or 30 players on the PGA Tour for clubhead and ball speed.”

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Jason Day and Tiger Woods have been long-time friends. In the past, Day has talked about how Woods’ texts have inspired his own game. Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley and PGA Tour pro Billy Horschel also greeted Woods at Augusta course on Sunday.

Fans are excited to see Tiger Woods compete at Augusta

Loyal fans of the 15-time Major champion are hopeful that the golf star will be in excellent form for Augusta National this year.

Fans were excited to receive an update from PGA Tour veteran Notah Begay III regarding Woods’ health. “I think you’re going to see a nice measured preparation next week when he does arrive on the grounds,” said the golf pro.

Woods had a good outing during a made cut at the Genesis Invitational in February. Begay revealed that the golf legend understood his limits better after competing at Riviera Country Club.

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What do you think of Woods’ chances at the Masters? Do you think the 47-year-old will equal Nicklaus’ Masters record this year? Let us know in the comments below!