Tiger Woods expresses ‘heartfelt sadness’ over death of his mother

Woods: ‘Without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible’

Tiger Woods and his mother Kultida at his induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2022. Photograph: Sam Greenwood/Getty Images
Tiger Woods and his mother Kultida at his induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2022. Photograph: Sam Greenwood/Getty Images

Tiger Woods has expressed his “heartfelt sadness” following the death of his mother, Kultida.

Woods announced the news on his official social media accounts on Tuesday.

“It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning,” the 15-time major winner wrote.

“My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was quick with the needle and a laugh.

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“She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter, without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible.

“She was loved by so many, but especially by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all for your support, prayers and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. Love you Mom.”

Woods’ mother was in attendance at his TGL match in South Florida last week.

The former world number one’s father, Earl, died in 2006.