Golfing icon Tiger Woods celebrates a landmark 50th birthday this week, a milestone for one of sport's most financially successful figures. Despite a career hampered by injuries in recent years, Woods's legacy and wealth remain colossal, casting an interesting light on the budding career and finances of his teenage son, Charlie.
The Billionaire Golfer's Enduring Fortune
Tiger Woods stands alone as the only golfer to hold all four major titles at once and shares the record for most PGA Tour wins at 82. While injuries have limited him to just 13 Tour events in the last six years, earning a modest £157,000 in that period, his overall earnings tell a different story.
According to Forbes, Woods has amassed a pre-tax career total of £1.3 billion from winnings, endorsements, and business deals. After tax, his wealth sits at just under £1 billion. In 2022, he was officially declared a billionaire in US dollars, becoming only the second athlete after LeBron James to reach that status.
Even in 2025, he remains the sport's fourth highest-earner, pulling in £40 million, behind Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler, and Rory McIlroy. His investments include property on Jupiter Island, a golf course design company, and the mini-golf chain Popstroke.
Charlie Woods: Following in Famous Footsteps
All eyes are now on Charlie Woods, the 16-year-old son of the legend. The Florida-based student is carving his own path, having won an AJGA title at the Team TaylorMade Invitational and even scoring a hole-in-one at the prestigious Junior Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass.
With college enrolment planned for 2027, his progress is closely monitored. However, a light-hearted exchange with his father revealed a humorous take on his finances. After that first hole-in-one in December 2024, Tiger reminded Charlie of the tradition to buy drinks for everyone present.
Charlie's retort was swift: "I'm not buying. I'm broke." Given his father's billionaire status, the claim raised eyebrows.
The Reality Behind the 'Broke' Joke
While the 'broke' comment was made in jest, it highlights that, at 16, Charlie's finances are likely still managed by his father. Reports estimate Charlie Woods's net worth to be around £18.5 million.
Furthermore, it is believed a substantial trust fund has been set up for Charlie and his sister, Sam, with a rumoured £14.8 million allocated for their future.
As Tiger Woods reflects on a half-century of unprecedented sporting and commercial achievement, his son Charlie has the ultimate mentor in his corner. While aspiring to even a fraction of his father's success, his financial future appears securely grounded, far from the 'broke' claim made on the course.
