Defining Moment: Tiger’s 15-Foot Putt

Posted June 16, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Megan Hueter

Section: In The News, His Health, Physical Health, His Inspiration, Success Stories

There are moments in sports where time stands still. It’s a time when greatness is about to occur, and envious eyes are fixed on televisions across the country in anticipation of what’s about to happen. Sunday was one of those moments, as Tiger Woods lined up for a 15-foot putt on the 72nd hole in Sunday’s U.S. Open match-up in San Diego.

There’s a reason people love Tiger - a reason he as Nike as his sponsor. He makes comebacks. He takes big shots and makes them.

On Sunday, Woods was behind and performed the impossible by sinking a 15-foot putt inside the edge of the hole for birdie. Today, he goes up against Rocco Mediate in an exciting head-to-head duel. Read more at Because I Played Sports.