Charlie Woods reportedly HECKLED by rowdy fans throughout Cognizant Classic pre-qualifier

Charlie Woods fired a score of 16-over 86 in the pre-qualifier of the Cognizant Classic.

Charlie Woods reportedly HECKLED by rowdy fans throughout Cognizant Classic pre-qualifier

Charlie Woods (Image via Imago)

On Thursday, the eyes in the golf community were firmly set on the performance of Tiger Woods‘ son Charlie Woods. The 15-year-old took part in the qualifier event for the Cognizant Classic in an attempt to qualify for the event next week.

The young Woods had a rough time on the course as he finished 16-over 86. While the youngster did fairly enough, a score of 12 on the seventh hole derailed his train. However, some concerning reports of heavy heckling by rowdy fans towards him have emerged.

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According to reports from Palm Beach Post, several fans disrupted the qualifying rounds of Charlie Woods. As he hit a ball in the bushes, fans rushed over there to grab it a “souvenir“.

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On other instance, fans started walking too close with him. Despite the warning of the tournament officials, there was no backing them. Another fan would demand an autography on his father’s “How do I play golf” book. Surprisingly, one grandmother pulled out her granddaughter from the school when she learned he was playing at the event.

In the end, Woods failed to qualified for the event. A score of 12-over 47 was followed by a score of 4-over 39 in the back nine. Though he will have many more chances in the future to qualify, this round would be something he will be hoping to forget soon.

Paige Spiranac comes into defense of Charlie Woods following disturbing scenes at Cognizant Classic qualifier event

Being the son of golf’s greatest Tiger Woods was never going to be easy. Charlie Woods perhaps knew this but what happened at the qualifier event was something he would have not imagined. Paige Spiranac has now come into the defense of Charlie following the disturbing scenes at the qualifier event.

Paige Spiranac and Charlie Woods
Paige Spiranac (L) and Charlie Woods (R) [Image via Imago/NY Post]

The 30-year-old internet golf sensation was unpleased with the treatment of the 15-year-old. She would take to her X account and urged the fans to let him develop his own game without the constant media coverage on him.

How about we let Charlie Woods develop his game without constant media coverage. Golf is mentally challenging enough without all the added eyeballs on him and pressure
Paige Spiranac defending Charlie Woods on X.

While one pointed out that he choose to play in the event voluntarily and should have known the consequences, Spiranac quickly shut him down. The former professional golfer claimed that several juniors plays in this pre-qualifying events to gain experience.

Several users on social media are now debating whether the security at the Lost Lake Country Club could have done better to provide a smooth path for him. With this horrific experience, it now remains to be seen when Charlie Woods will appear next in a qualifying event.

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