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WATCH as Anthony Joshua unleashes devastating power punches in first pad work since surgery

By Admin June 6, 2025

Anthony Joshua looks to be firing on all cylinders as he continues his rehabilitation after a successful surgery earlier this month.

The two-time heavyweight world champion has been sidelined since his crushing knockout loss to Daniel Dubois last September.

While he has served his mandatory 28-day stoppage suspension from the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC), Joshua has been unable to resume full training due to an injury to his right elbow.

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Luckily, the issue has since been resolved under the knife, and although AJ isn’t back punching with his right hand just yet, he did uncork multiple stinging lefts on the pads upon his return to the gym this week.

Reacting to his latest training footage, one fan tweeted: “Would hate to get punched by him.”

Another posted: “He’s got serious pop in those shots.”

A third wrote: “AJ showing how it is done. Punch through the target.”

Meanwhile, another fan added: “Looking sharp.”

AJ is currently visiting Oman as he counts down the days to when he returns to full training.

According to his promoter Eddie Hearn, Joshua will be back punching with his right hand again in six weeks.

That means that the Watford powerhouse could return to the ring as early as September.

“He’s had the operation, which went very well, and now he’s just sort of rehabbing it,” Hearn told BoxingScene over the weekend.

“I believe about six weeks till he can punch again properly, and that kind of lends itself to a September, October, November fight.

“That gives us a chance to see what happens with Dubois against Usyk.

“That gives us a chance to see if Mr. Fury will ever return, and maybe something else.

“But he’s definitely fighting this year and looking forward to it.”

It seems highly unlikely Joshua will face the winner of Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois’ undisputed showdown on July 19.

WBO interim champion Joseph Parker is set to get the next shot after stepping aside to let the four-belt shootout take place.

The long-awaited domestic dust-up with Tyson Fury is also an uncertainty at this stage, with ‘The Gypsy King’ recently insisting he will ‘stay retired’.

“I hear a lot of talk about ‘The Gypsy King’ returning to boxing and I ask this question first of all: for what?” Fury said while on holiday at Lake Como in Italy last week.

“What would I return for? More belts? I’ve won 22 of them. I’ve been rumped, that’s it, fair play to them, they got their use out of me.

“But I’m happy, I am happy, content with what I’ve done, what I have achieved and what I have accomplished.

“I’ve been around the world and back again, and here we are, this is what retirement looks like for the Gypsy King, not too shabby.

“I’m in no rush at all to come back to boxing and get my face punched in.

“For what? What would I return for? I ask that question. So here we are, I am retired and I am staying retired.

“I have nothing to prove to anybody and nothing to return for. God bless you all, and see you on the other side.”

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VIDEO: Tyson Fury’s Manager Hints At Potential Anthony Joshua Showdown As AJ Nears Saudi Three-Fight Deal

By Admin June 6, 2025

Tyson Fury’s manager, Spencer Brown, was mum about whether he’ll come out of his brief retirement for a fight against Anthony Joshua next.

He said that AJ still needs to “sign” his three-fight deal with the Saudis first. Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) is rumored to be the first of the three-fight deal for Joshua.

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“First of all, they’ve got to sign the deal first. That’s the most important part,” said Spencer Brown to Boxing News when asked about the possibility of Tyson Fury fighting Anthony Joshua as part of the three-fight deal AJ is negotiating with the Saudis for.

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Joshua could probably fight Fury twice if their first match is competitive and interesting for the fans. Fury mustn’t resort to the ugly mauling that he used to defeat Deontay Wilder twice. All that holding and leaning that Tyson did in their last two fights was so boring to watch. There was no technique involved; it was just Fury grabbing the spindly-legged Deontay in a Grizzly Bear hold, and mauling him until he tired. Fury tried that same tactic against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou, and it didn’t work.

“What they’re very good at, the Saudi Arabians, is a course, a road, and they want to know what road it is. If they can get the road in the right place, they’ll sign whatever deal you want as long as you’re happy and they’re happy with it. But they think forward,” said Spencer.

The Saudis obviously know that there’s still interest from fans in a Fury-Joshua fight, as long as it’s made fairly soon. It would be a bad idea for Joshua to fight someone before that because he’d likely lose if it’s a halfway decent heavyweight. His punch resistance looks gone.

Urgency for the Battle of Britain

After 12 years as a pro, AJ’s ability to take a hard shot has left him, and he’d be finished off by almost any heavyweight in the top tier. As such, it’s important that the Saudis make the ‘Battle of Britain’ clash between Tyson and Joshua soon. It’s too risky to trust either of these two worn-out British heavyweights against anyone from this era.

FURY’S CURRENT FORM, HEALTH

“So, it’s a great deal for Anthony Joshua, isn’t it? A three-fight deal. Amazing. Is Tyson retired? Like I say, we never know, do we? But he’s very busy at the moment. He’s actually in the best place I’ve ever seen him. He’s 12 pounds above his fighting weight as well. He looks really well. He’s happy,” said Spencer about Fury.

For Fury to be keeping his weight down, pulling a trolley around with his kids in the back, it’s a signal that he smells the green stuff and is getting ready for when Anthony Joshua signs his three-fight deal with the Saudis. The money that Tyson would be getting for one or two fights against AJ. From two fights, Fury’s earnings could be as high as $300 million.

Half Billion Dollar

Fury His net worth is estimated at $160 million. If he can get two fights against Joshua, it’ll take his net worth close to half a billion. Assuming he beats AJ in both fights, Fury could put himself in position for a clash against whoever is at the top holding the four belts at heavyweight. That would potentially drive his income to over $600 million. That’s an incredible amount for a flawed fighter that would have been food for the prime versions of Lennox Lewis, George Foreman, Vitali Klitschko, and Mike Tyson.

“He’s got his kids with him constantly. Will he fight again? He’s ‘The Gypsy King,’ who knows?” said Spencer, trying to create intrigue about whether Fury returns.

I’m pretty sure that Spencer has a good idea about what Fury’s plans are, whether he’ll come out of retirement or not. He knows obviously that Fury loves money, and he’s not going to resist doubling his net worth for two or three fights against the shell of Anthony Joshua.

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VIDEOS: There’s A ‘Blueprint’ For Terence Crawford To Beat Canelo Alvarez

By Admin June 6, 2025

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will fight on September 13 with the undisputed super middleweight title on the line.

Canelo is massively experienced with a record of 63-2-2. His only two career losses have come against Floyd Mayweather and Dmitry Bivol. Mayweather beat a 23-year-old Canelo in 2013 while the Bivol defeat was at light heavyweight in 2022.

Richardson Hitchins has now answered whether Terence Crawford can implement the same game plan that Mayweather and Bivol used to beat Canelo. Hitchins, who fights George Kambosos Jr on June 14, thinks ‘Bud’ already knows what to do to get his hand raised.

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Speaking to FightHype, he said:

I don’t think he has to take the exact blueprint, because, you know, ‘Bud’ is a different type of fighter. But, I mean, obviously it is a way to beat Canelo. He has been beaten and he had draws. So, it’s definitely a blueprint to beat Canelo. I feel like ‘Bud’ knows what he needs to do. ‘Bud’ is one of the smartest fighters that puts on a pair of gloves actively right now in boxing.

Terence Crawford is jumping up two weight classes to take on Canelo Alvarez at super middleweight. Despite that, some trainers and experts have backed Crawford to get a finish against Canelo.

Hitchins, though, doesn’t think getting a finish against someone of Canelo’s calibre would be possible, even for Crawford. Alvarez has never been stopped in his professional career. And apart from Jose Cotto in 2010, no one has been able to significantly hurt Canelo.

Meanwhile, Canelo Alvarez is coming off a unanimous decision win against William Scull on May 3, where he once again became the undisputed super middleweight champion. As for Crawford, he hasn’t fought since his August 2024 UD win against Israil Madrimov.

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(VIDEO) Serena Williams has no shame showing a little too much as the zipper on her skirt betrays her with Alexis Ohanian watching from bed

By Admin June 6, 2025

Serena Williams had a somewhat awkward moment where she shamelessly tried to zip up her skirt, unintentionally showing a little too much, as her husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, watched from bed.

The clip captures Serena’s relatable struggle as she attempts to zip up a high waisted skirt, only to have it betray her efforts repeatedly. Despite her best attempts, the zipper wouldn’t budge, leading to a few unintended reveals. Serena accidentally gave a glimpse of what was under her skirt.

Serena’s unfiltered self in a moment that’s as relatable as it is revealing

This unfiltered glimpse into Serena’s everyday life makes it easy for women to relate to the celebrity, who deals with wardrobe malfunctions like anyone else. Beyond her athletic greatness and business ventures, she’s also a mother and a human being who faces the everyday challenges of life. Her willingness to share these moments underscores her authenticity and relatability qualities that have endeared her to fans around the world.

This is a revealing moment from every angle not just because, in full view of everyone, she accidentally shows what’s under her skirt, but because it also exposes the human side of the celebrity. Without shame, she appears as a vulnerable woman facing the everyday realities of life beyond being a tennis legend.

Together, Serena and Alexis are raising their daughters with grounded values, emphasizing humility and resilience despite their high profile statuses. Moments like these, where Serena navigates a wardrobe mishap with grace and humor, showcase the couple’s commitment to authenticity and the importance they place on real life experiences over perfection.

Serena has made significant strides in the business realm. Her beauty brand, Wyn Beauty, launched in collaboration with The Good Glamm Group, offers vegan and clean makeup products designed for diverse skin tones and active lifestyles . Additionally, through Serena Ventures, she has invested in numerous companies, many led by women and people of color, aiming to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial landscape.

Forever in Olympia's shadow. She killed it yesterday on stage at @BottleRockNapa pic.twitter.com/3jR3vZY7fF

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Serena Williams’ daughter couldn’t care less about her stories as they both battle….

By Admin June 6, 2025

It turns out even 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams can’t outmatch the brutal tag team of jet lag and toddler indifference.

The tennis legend recently gave fans a candid glimpse into her life off the court, where trophies don’t help much when your kid decides your bedtime stories are boring and jet lag is an excuse to play at 3 a.m.

Williams, who’s no stranger to pressure on the world’s biggest stages, has made a habit of keeping it real on social media. This time, she reminded the world that motherhood might be her toughest opponent yet. With sleep deprivation setting in and a globe-trotting schedule that would make anyone dizzy, Serena found herself recounting one of her glory-day stories-only to be met with a big boring time from her daughter Adira.

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From center court to sidewalk playtime

It’s a humbling twist: to the world, Serena Williams is a sporting icon, a legend etched in history. But at home, she’s just “mom”-and sometimes, mom’s stories don’t make the cut. Especially when you’re a toddler whose only priority is dragging your mom outside to play on the sidewalk, regardless of the time zone or how many Wimbledons she’s won.

Jet lag is no joke when you’re hopping time zones with a tiny human who hasn’t read the sleep schedule memo. While Serena tried to wind down and share a slice of her epic career, Adira made it clear: legendary or not, it’s playtime-not storytime.

Motherhood: the ultimate championship

This isn’t the first time Serena has opened up about the realities of parenting. Whether it’s the sleep deprivation, toddler tantrums, or the quiet emotional toll, she’s never shied away from showing that being a mom is a full-contact sport of its own.

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You could have a room full of medals and still be at the mercy of a kid who wants to wear pajamas to brunch and climb the couch like it’s Mount Everest. Serena’s journey into motherhood reminds her of following moms that no amount of fame makes you immune to the tiny dictators we call our children.

So while fans would hang on every word of Serena’s tales from the tennis court, Adira had other plans-and that’s the kind of real-life moment even the GOAT can’t serve her way out of. And maybe that’s the beauty of it: being a mom might not come with trophies, but it sure comes with unforgettable chaos.

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Rory McIlroy ‘feels betrayed’ after ‘confidential information leaked to press’

By Admin June 6, 2025

A body language guru claims that Rory McIlroy was “really angry” and felt “betrayed” when news broke that his equipment didn’t pass the legality test at the PGA Championship.

At Quail Hollow last month, fresh from his Masters triumph, McIlroy’s anticipated victory celebration turned sour due to his poor performance, avoiding media post-rounds, and his driver flunking a USGA compliance check.

During a press event on Wednesday before the Canadian Open, the golfer from Northern Ireland opened up about being “p—– off” over two journalists spilling the beans on his driver inspection, which Scottie Scheffler also didn’t clear. The testing was supposed to be kept quiet, making him feel like he’d been thrown to the wolves.

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McIlroy said: “I knew that Scottie’s driver had failed on Monday, but my name was the one that was leaked.

“I didn’t want to get up there and say something that I regretted, either, because there’s a lot of people that… I’m trying to protect Scottie. I don’t want to mention his name. I’m trying to protect TaylorMade. I’m trying to protect the USGA, PGA of America, myself.

“I just didn’t want to get up there and say something that I regretted at the time.

“With Scottie’s stuff, that’s not my information to share. I knew that that had happened, but that’s not on me to share that, and I felt that process is supposed to be kept confidential, and it wasn’t for whatever reason. That’s why I was pretty annoyed at that.”

Body language expert Darren Stanton analyzed McIlroy’s behavior during the press conference and found that McIlroy’s anger seemed authentic.

Stanton told OLBG: “Rory McIlroy is usually calm, sedate and placid, so it’s not very often that we see him angry in this way. The fact that he did swear also says a lot. Internally, he feels betrayed by the fact someone has leaked this confidential information to the press.

“The main thing we look for is the microexpression and there’s a deflating flash of an emotion on McIlroy’s face. With McIlroy, he’s been consistent in what he’s saying and the emotion is revealing.

“A lot of people would say it didn’t bother me but conversely, when we see behavior that contradicts that, that’s where we can then say that this person has been deceptive or they’re showing their real emotion.

“It’s authentic and McIlroy is telling us that he’s disappointed, fed up and really angry with the fact that this information has been leaked. When people have this crinkling above their nose, that demonstrates anger.

“The eyes also squint and there are quick flashes of him piercing his lips, it’s very fast. The facial expressions give away what he’s expressing. He was being honest, truthful and he’s prepared to stand up for himself.”

At Quail Hollow, PGA of America’s chief championships officer Kerry Haigh stated that non-conforming drivers are “not an unusual occurrence” and the results are kept confidential to “protect players”, adding: “To publicly identify players whose club did not conform can lead to that player being questioned unnecessarily.”

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Tiger Woods creates buzz while watching son Charlie play

By Admin June 6, 2025

Tiger Woods has not graced the PGA Tour with his presence in 2025, but his appearance at Ballen Isles Country Club on Thursday sparked speculation that he might make a comeback this season.

The golf icon and 15-time major victor was there to support his son, Charlie, who was competing in the Amateur Championship and once admitted he was “broke.” Woods’ appearance caught more eyes than the event’s standings.

Spotted chilling in a golf cart with his legs crossed, Woods, who is dating Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of the U.S. President, notably ditched the walking boot he’d been sporting since hurting his left Achilles tendon back in March.

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Post-surgery for the injury, which happened post-Genesis Invitational training session, Woods has remained mostly unseen without his cumbersome boot until this occasion.

Though the day was focused on young Charlie’s efforts, the sight of Woods sans boot drove fans wild with talk of his potential tour return.

Social media buzzed, advising Woods to kick back and watch Charlie rise as a golfing sensation, hinting the 49-year-old himself had nothing left to prove. One fan commented: “At this point, not getting hopeful for it. Just ready for Charlie to develop into a star.”

While another voiced a less optimistic take, saying: “Just stop. Tiger isn’t winning another tournament. His body is like 80 years old.”

One exasperated fan commented: “Sure. Until he hurts another body part doing unnecessary ‘training’ that no golfer should be doing.”

The conversation went on with supporters urging the media to dismiss any talk of a Woods comeback unless he opts to play on the Champions Tour, which is for players 50 and older.

Woods has been absent from every PGA Tour event this year and had a limited presence in 2024. He managed to make the cut at the 2024 Masters but ended up 60th with a score of 304 (+16), pocketing $44,400.

He didn’t make the cut in the PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open, finishing a combined 28-over-par.

Charlie is keeping the family name in the spotlight, carding a 74 in the opening round to tie for 39th place, trailing leader Derek Busby by eight strokes, who posted a 66. The young golfer, at just 16, also secured a top-5 spot at the FJT PGA National Open in April and clinched victory at the Team TaylorMade Invitational, catapulting him 595 places up the world rankings to 14th.

“It means so much because I haven’t really performed at the highest level yet,” said Charlie after the victory. “And to finally do it after all the work I have put in and not playing well in big events in the past.

“Even though I know I am so much better than that and for it all to finally come together is such a great feeling.”

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BOXING UPDATE: Jake Paul not backing off Anthony Joshua as boxer provides update on ‘mega-fight’

By Admin May 24, 2025

YouTube sensation-turned-pugilist Jake Paul is brimming with confidence about organizing a bout with two-time heavyweight king Anthony Joshua.

Paul, no stranger to the spotlight, made waves earlier this year by throwing down the gauntlet to Joshua on his YouTube channel ‘BS with Jake Paul,’ proclaiming: “I want to fight Anthony Joshua because I know I will f—— beat Anthony Joshua’s a–. He doesn’t have a chin and he has no skill and he’s stiff. I love you, Anthony, we’re friends and all this s— but I want to fight you. I will beat Canelo, I will beat a lot of f—— people.”

The back-and-forth quickly led to an understanding over the phone for a future showdown. Speaking with Ariel Helwani, Paul dished details on the anticipated encounter: “Yeah, we talked on the phone for like ten minutes and we’re both down. I said 2026 and he was like, ‘Alright, let’s get it,'” he disclosed.

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With plans in the works, Paul predicts the 2026 match-up will be huge. His goal is to not only challenge himself in the heavyweight category but also to capitalize on what he perceives as Joshua’s deteriorating resilience.

“We’re gonna make it happen so I think that’s going to be a mega-fight next year and something fun to test my skills at heavyweight. But I think his chin’s gone and especially if he fights another time or two in between the end of 2026. I love Anthony, he’s always supported me, I’ve always supported him but I just do believe I can beat him in a fight.”

Joshua has announced he won’t be returning to the ring until December at the earliest. ‘AJ’ hasn’t been in a match since his stunning fifth-round knockout defeat by Daniel Dubois last September.

In a conversation with ESPN about his future, Joshua remarked: “December, I’ll fight again. That’s when I want to fight again. I want to take some time and then I’ll go in December.”

Regarding Tyson Fury, Joshua’s British counterpart, Joshua brushed off concerns: “Don’t worry about him, he says a lot of stuff. I just want to get my body feeling good and my mind is going to be right and then I’ll fight. No problem!”

Amid rumors of a potential clash between Paul and Joshua, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has cautioned the American YouTuber, hinting that the ‘Problem Child’ might not grasp the danger of stepping into the ring with his premier fighter.

In an interview with The Stomping Ground, Hearn expressed: “The reason [people] are in to it is because it is so dangerous. [They think] if he hits Jake Paul, his head could actually detach from his neck. That’s the world we live in. If it’s what you want to see, I’m sure AJ would give you what you want. But unless you’re going to do it next, don’t talk about it. If you’re going to do it next, we’ll do it. AJ is not defending a belt, he’s not trying to unify, he’s not trying to become undisputed. We’re looking for an opponent.

“If it’s Jake Paul, it’s a massive payday and a straightforward job. If I was walking into the ring to fight Jake Paul, I wouldn’t be nervous. I could be competitive. It is impossible [Paul beats Joshua]. Jake Paul probably could have a dozen or so free shots on AJ’s chin and it wouldn’t even [faze him]. Respect to Jake, he wants to make the big moments and he’d make crazy money for that fight. If you want to do it, do it, but understand the dangers of that fight.”

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VIDEO: Tyson Fury ends retirement mistrust for good

By Admin May 24, 2025

Tyson Fury has finally ended the constant mistrust the former heavyweight champion has put up with each time he retires.

‘The Gypsy King’ took the opportunity to end the speculation as his family took a holiday to Lake Como.

Fury announced his decision to walk away after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for a second time in December. The two-time world ruler’s statement was met with serious skepticism.

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Many thought Fury would return, as he has done the previous four times. Not so, according to the 36-year-old.

This time, Fury is dead set on staying away and won’t be giving anyone the satisfaction of saying, ‘I told you so.’

“What would I return for, more belts? I’ve won 22 of them,” Fury said in a video showing off stunning surroundings. “I’ve been rumped, that’s it, fair play to them, they got their use out of me.

“But I’m happy, I am happy, content with what I have achieved and accomplished. I’ve been around the world and back again.

“And this is what retirement looks like for the Gypsy King, not too shabby. I’m in no rush at all to come back to boxing and get my face punched in. For what, what would I return for? I ask that question.”

Fury’s words fend off reports of an offer to face Anthony Joshua at Wembley and a potential fourth clash with Deontay Wilder.

Both bouts were firmly on the horizon if Fury decided to do what he always does and make a comeback.

The doubters are firmly put in their places as Fury makes his retirement an unreturnable affair by stating he won’t ever fight again.

“I am retired, and I am staying retired. I have nothing to prove to anybody and nothing to return for,” he concluded.

Joshua and Wilder could be at a loose end by the end of this year after Fury’s confirmation. They may turn to each other once again to make another payday.

Wilder has to come through Tyrrell Herndon on June 27 before Joshua can think about making any advances.

The ‘Bronze Bomber’ is open to a UK fight offer, though after a 2018 clash fell through.

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Tiger Woods has his own ‘Tiger Rule’ on PGA Tour which no other player can access

By Admin May 24, 2025

Tiger Woods was once granted an exemption that no other golfer has access to.

The legendary 15-time major champion is past his best but can still attend certain events whenever he pleases.

Only Jack Nicklaus has won more major championships than Woods. His 82 PGA Tour victories make him one of the most successful players in the sport’s history, with his triumphs spanning over three decades. However, a succession of injuries and surgeries have seen Woods tumble down the rankings and he cannot always qualify for the biggest tournaments automatically.

That is why the PGA Tour agreed a deal for the 49-year-old to have unconditional access to the eight signature events. There are very limited spaces available for these competitions and the prize money is significantly higher than most others.

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The best players in the world flock to the events, but the PGA Tour recognise that Woods has a unique draw for fans. Its board passed a rule to create a ‘lifetime achievement exemption category’ for active players with over 80 career titles.

Woods will have access to the signature events for the rest of his career, if he chooses to enter. He has played on a limited schedule for several years and last participated competitively at the Genesis Invitational in 2024. Achilles surgery is expected to rule Woods out for most of the season.

Former rival Adam Scott recently revealed the tactics Woods would deploy just to brutally hammer home the fact that he was better than everyone else.

“Yeah, I played a bunch with him in practice rounds and stuff. I played a practice round with him that week of The Open at St Andrews in 2000. It was nuts, I was 19,” Scott told YouTuber Grant Horvat.

“Every area of his game was better than everyone else’s. Even his short game was like Phil Mickelson-esque. And then that ran across the board: driving, irons, putting, everything. But then, everything that went on around, the ‘Tiger Mania’ it was called back then, it was just so much. It was so new to golf, or at least [to] me at that point. I just don’t think we’d seen anything like that. It was wild to be around.

“[If you were a threat to him] he would just play games with you [in practice rounds]. He’d hit the wrong club. He’d challenge you. You’d hit a good shot and he’s like, ‘But can you draw it and hold it up against the wind like that?’ And you can’t. Just to make you feel inferior. He was a gamesman, he was the ultimate competitor.”

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