Tiger Woods as a Teenager
Tiger Woods was a nationally recognized junior golfer by his early teens. He won his first major amateur event at age 13 and quickly gained attention for his short game and competitive focus.
Early Amateur Wins
As a teenager, Woods dominated junior and amateur competitions. He won the U.S. Junior Amateur three times and the Western Amateur as a 15-year-old, building a record that drew widespread media coverage.
Turning Professional
Woods turned professional in 1996 after attending Stanford University. His amateur record and media profile helped launch a professional career that included early major championship wins and long-term dominance on tour.
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