Donald Trump sends heartfelt message to Tiger | Golf News

President Donald Trump expressed his condolences to Tiger Woods following the golf legend’s announcement that his mom, Kultida, had handed away aged 80.

Kultida, a fervent supporter of her son, was seen rooting for him simply final week at a TGL match in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The household has not revealed her trigger of death.

Woods shared an emotional tribute stating: “It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning. My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable.

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“She was fast with the needle and a chortle. She was my greatest fan, biggest supporter, with out her none of my personal achievements would have been doable.”

“She was beloved by so many, however particularly by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all on your help, prayers and privateness at this troublesome time for me and my household. Love you, Mom.”

Trump took to social media for his homage: “I used to be simply knowledgeable that Tiger Woods’ fantastic Mother, Kultida, handed away – She has gone onto greener fairways!

“Kultida Woods was an amazing influence on Tiger, and gave him much of his strength and brilliance. Melania and I send our love and prayers to Tiger and his incredible family!”

Numerous figures, together with FOX Sports reporter Erin Andrews who wrote “so sorry,” and NFL star Tom Brady, prolonged their help to Woods online.

A spokesperson from the PGA of America wrote: “Sending our condolences to the Woods family today.”

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Kultida (née Punsawad), initially from Thailand, was working as a secretary on the identical navy base the place .us. Army Special Forces member Earl Woods was stationed in 1966. The couple married three years later and welcomed their son Tiger in 1975.

Affectionately often called Tida, she has been a steadfast supporter of her son, following his journey from junior tournaments to main championship wins. Just final week, Tida was seen cheering for Tiger during his second sport within the high-tech TGL golf league.

Before his Jupiter Links workforce secured a victory towards Rory McIlroy’s Boston Common, Tiger was heard saying: “Hi, Mom. Not gonna suck tonight. Okay?” after a disappointing first sport within the TGL earlier in January.