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Charlie Woods’ Momentum Stalls After Tied 28th at Junior Invitational

Uneven results, including a one-stroke miss in U.S. Open final qualifying, heighten questions about his final junior season with his next performances set to shape college or pro plans.

Dec 22, 2024; Orlando, Florida, [USA]; Charlie Woods hits a hole in one on the fourth hole during the PNC Championship at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Woods finished tied for 28th (4-over) at the Team TaylorMade Invitational at Pelican Golf Club, a result that closed his week on Sunday and left him well off the lead.
  • The 17-year-old has posted uneven scores this season, including a 79-71-69 to finish T42 at the Terra Cotta Invitational and missing U.S. Open final qualifying at Eagle Trace by a single stroke.
  • He remains ranked around No. 13 in the AJGA standings and has committed to play college golf at Florida State for the 2027 season, making 2026 his final year of junior eligibility.
  • Rival trajectories are diverging as Blades Brown is one strong finish away from earning PGA Tour Special Temporary Membership, underscoring the differing momentum among top juniors.
  • Veteran Justin Thomas publicly offered mentoring support and Charlie’s family visibility related to his father, Tiger Woods, has been noted as an off-course factor that could affect his focus and public expectations.