Quote:
Originally Posted by gregpark
He not only change the game but actually affected so many lives. Because of the Tiger phenomenon whole industries like golf equipment, golf apparel, golf instruction, etc. all changed and prospered dramatically. Because of Tiger Woods thousands of new golf courses popped up around the world each lined with fancy new houses. All this creating many thousands of jobs on a global scale. He made much more of a difference than Nicholas in golf or probably any individual in any given sport. Its a damn shame he started self destructing years ago. His dad wasn't the best influence nor were his bad boy NBA buddies
|
Very true. His popularity led to huge growth and interest in golf, for people of all ages and walks of life. As his fortunes on the golf course waned, so did that interest, from what I can see.