PGA Tour Honors Tiger Woods’ Mother at genesis Invitational
SAN DIEGO – though Tiger Woods withdrew from the Genesis Invitational, the tournament he hosts and which benefits his foundation, his presence was deeply felt throughout the event. In honor of his late mother, Kultida Woods, who passed away on February 4th at age 80, players and caddies wore a special red pin featuring the Thai symbol for love. kultida was a devout Buddhist, and the color red held special significance to her as the “power color” that resonated with her son’s competitive spirit.
“In honor of Tida, this special pin features the Thai symbol for love—a tribute to the woman whose unwavering belief shaped a champion,” TGR Live, Woods’ foundation, posted on social media. “Tida told tiger that red was his power color, a belief that became the foundation of his signature Sunday look.”
Woods had initially committed to playing in the tournament, his first official Tour start since the 2023 Open Championship, but ultimately decided to withdraw. Citing the need to process his mother’s passing, he shared a statement on X (formerly Twitter) saying, “I planned to tee it up this week, but I’m just not ready. I did my best to prepare,knowing it’s what my mom would have wanted,but I’m still processing her loss.”
Woods was still present at Torrey Pines, the course where he’s won eight times as a professional and where the tournament was relocated from riviera Country Club following devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The PGA Tour honored Kultida Woods with an all-white flag at the seventh hole throughout the tournament. the number seven and the color white hold special significance in Buddhism, reflecting Tida’s devout faith.
“During the competition rounds, hole No. 7 will feature an all-white flag, in honor of Woods’ mother Tida.From Thailand, Tida was a faithful Buddhist; the number seven and color white are significant in the Buddhism and will be displayed in her honor,” a statement from the PGA Tour read.
Q: How did the Genesis Invitational organizers acknowledge Kultida Woods’ Thai heritage?
Genesis Invitational Q&A: honoring Kultida Woods
**Q: Why did Tiger Woods withdraw from the genesis Invitational?**
A: Woods withdrew to prioritize his grief after the passing of his mother, Kultida Woods. While he had initially planned to play,he stated he needed more time to process her loss.
**Q: What is the significance of the red pin worn by players and caddies?**
A: the red pin, featuring the Thai symbol for love, was a tribute to Kultida Woods. Red was her son’s “power color,” believed to fuel his competitive spirit.
**Q: What other gestures honored Kultida Woods during the tournament?**
A: The PGA Tour displayed an all-white flag at the seventh hole throughout the tournament, as the number seven and the color white hold special significance in Buddhism, reflecting Kultida’s faith.
**Q: Why is the number seven important in Buddhism?**
A: The number seven is often associated with completeness and perfection in Buddhist teachings.It also represents the seven days of the week and the seven chakras.
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