18 signs you’re Tiger’s No.1 fan

1. You’ve tried, and failed, to recreate that shot at the Masters so many times.

2. You always rock up to play your local medal donning your finest red polo.

3. You shed a tear when you look at the world rankings every Monday morning.

4. You bought Steve Williams’ book – but only to use it as firewood.

5. You follow him at every tournament you go to – even if you can barely see his cap

6. You want to like Phil Mickelson but you just can’t. You just can’t.

7. And as for Sergio… well, let’s just not go there…

8. You’re a fundraiser for the Tiger Woods Foundation

9. You know more about a microdiscectomy than your local GP

10. Sometimes you wake up and can’t activate your glutes

11. Your second favourite player is Jason Day. Because he’s one of Tiger’s best buds

12. The sight of these brings you out in a cold sweat…

13. You didn’t tune into Hero World Challenge for the golf – but to hear Tiger on commentary

14. When you have a bad tee shot, you shout ‘Goddammit’ or lengthen your name like ‘Tigerrrrr’

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15. You buy ‘Get Well Soon’ cards in bulk because, well, you’re going to get through plenty of them aren’t you?

16. Your interest in the LPGA Tour has grown now Tiger’s niece, Cheyenne, has earned her card for 2016

17. Forget family photos. There’s still a picture of your idol Tiger on your bedroom wall

18. In a discussion with your mates about who’s the greatest ever… well, there is no discussion. It’s Tiger.