Tiger Woods is one of the greatest golfers of all time. The golf legend has won 15 major tournaments in his golfing career. However, despite his professional success, his personal life has been full of ups and downs. But there was a time when Woods was the happiest man on earth. And it was when he first experienced fatherhood b becoming a father to a beautiful daughter he named Sam. He even revealed why he named his daughter ‘Sam.’

Tiger Woods expressed his happiness on becoming a father

Woods was married to Elin Nordegren for 6 years. Although their marriage didn’t last for a long time, the ex-couple still try to be the best parents for their children, Sam and Charlie. Fans have heard about Woods’ relationship with his son, Charlie. The two also often play golf together, and Charlie is turning out to be just like his father.

However, not a lot of people know about Woods’ dynamic with his daughter. The golfer once revealed his feelings about the time when Nordgren brought Sam into the world. Woods was at a press conference during the AT&T National Golf Tournament 2007.

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The golf professional said, “It’s been fantastic these last couple weeks to have Sam Alexis as part of our life…It was a dream come true for both Elin and myself. I’ve been changing diapers and doing feedings. I definitely don’t sleep now.”

Why did Woods name his daughter Sam?

A lot of his fans have wondered why Woods named his daughter ‘Sam’. And during an interview, Woods revealed the secret behind naming his daughter. He said, “We wanted to have a name that would be meaningful. My father had always called me Sam since the day I was born. He rarely ever called me Tiger.” According to the golfer, Earl Woods gave this name to his son Tiger Woods, and the golf star later gave the name to his daughter.

Woods has been trying his best to be the best father for both of his children. The golfer once stated that the best thing for him to do off the field was spending time with his family. And his relationship with both his kids is as beautiful as it should be in every family. Even Nordegren considers Woods a good friend and said that he was a great father to their children.

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