Tiger Woods said on Tuesday that he and Charlie Woods will not play in the upcoming PNC Championship, taking place Dec. 18-21, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando in Florida.
The event has been a staple in Woods' calendar in recent years, affording him a chance to play with his son. He made the announcement during his annual press conference as host of the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.
Last year’s star-studded field won 69 majors and 40 senior major titles and more than 1,000 international titles. There were five past champions in the field and two teams making their debut. Then-world No. 1 Nelly Korda was the highest ranked with more than half the field having reached the pinnacle of World No. 1 during their distinguished careers.
Tiger Woods talks with his son Charlie Woods while they play the second hole during the first round of the PNC Championship at Ritz-Carlton Golf Club on December 21, 2024 in Orlando, Florida.This is PNC Bank’s 14th year as the tournament’s title sponsor, having recently renewed its commitment to the event as title sponsor in a multi-year deal. The event was renamed the PNC Championship in 2020, reflecting the world-class talent and special bonds that characterize this inclusive family tournament.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTo qualify for the PNC Championship, players must have won a major championship or the Players Championship. Their partner must not hold any playing status on a professional Tour.
Last year, Team Woods, making their fifth appearance in the family event, went toe-to-toe with Bernhard Langer, 67, and his 24-year-old son Jason down the stretch at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club. The two teams finished the event knotted at 28-under par. It marked the first playoff for Woods in more than a decade.
Tiger Woods and his son Charlie Woods warm up on the driving range before the first round of the PNC Championship at Ritz-Carlton Golf Club on December 21, 2024 in Orlando, Florida.Tiger Woods called it the thrill of a lifetime. Charlie called it the most fun he’s ever had on a golf course.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“It's not even close,” said Charlie, who followed his first eagle with his first ace on the front nine Sunday at the PNC Championship.
This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Tiger Woods, Charlie Woods will not play in 2025 PNC Championship
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