Celebrating Tiger Woods: 50 Unbelievable Stats as He Turns 50
As Tiger Woods approaches his 50th birthday on December 30, the golf world takes a moment to reflect on his incredible journey and unparalleled achievements in professional golf. To honor this monumental milestone, we present 50 remarkable statistics about Tiger Woods that showcase his dominance in the sport and his lasting impact on golf.
Unmatched Achievements: 50 Incredible Tiger Woods Stats
Adjusted Scoring Average: In 2025, Scottie Scheffler achieved an adjusted scoring average of 68.13, ranking fifth in Tour history. Tiger Woods, however, holds the top eight spots on this list.
World Ranking History: This week marks the 171st week Scottie Scheffler has held the No. 1 spot in the Official World Golf Ranking. To match Woods’ record, Scheffler would need to remain at the top until October 2035.
54-Hole Lead Success: Scheffler has converted his last 10 outright 54-hole leads on the PGA Tour, the longest active streak since Woods converted 37 in a row.
Historic Wins: Tiger is among five players who have won a specific event seven or more times, and he has achieved this feat four times.
Tournament Dominance: Woods is the only player to win eight or more times at three separate venues: Bay Hill, Torrey Pines, and Firestone.
Consecutive Wins: Since World War II, only Tiger has won the same tournament four consecutive years (Bay Hill and Torrey Pines).
Arnold Palmer Invitational: With eight wins at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, no other player has won more than twice. From 2000 to 2013, Woods was a staggering 109 under par at Bay Hill, 73 shots better than his closest competitor.
Major Championship Performance: Woods converted 14 out of 14 54-hole leads in major championships, the highest rate ever.
USGA Achievements: Tiger is one of only two players in USGA history to win three consecutive championships, achieving this in both the U.S. Junior Amateur (1991-1993) and U.S. Amateur (1994-1996).
Unique Triple Crown: He is the only player to win the U.S. Junior Amateur, U.S. Amateur, and U.S. Open three times each.
Wire-to-Wire U.S. Open Wins: Woods is the only player to win multiple U.S. Opens wire-to-wire, accomplishing this in 2000 and 2002.
Strokes Gained Total: In the 2000 major season, Woods recorded the highest strokes gained total at 81.3, surpassing the legendary Arnold Palmer’s 74.4 in 1962.
WGC Dominance: Between 1999 and 2007, Woods won 12 out of 17 World Golf Championship events, finishing a remarkable 188 under par.
Bounce Back Percentage: In the 2000 season, Woods had an unmatched bounce back rate of 36.5%—the highest ever recorded.
Scoring Leader: In 2025, Scheffler led the PGA Tour in scoring average across all rounds, a feat Woods also achieved in 2000.
Playoff Record: Woods boasts a playoff record of 14-1 across the PGA and DP World Tours.
Major Round Performance: From 1998 to 2009, Woods played 180 rounds in majors, surpassing the field scoring average in 164 rounds (91.1%).
Milestone Wins: Tiger achieved his 100th, 200th, and 300th official PGA Tour wins at the 2000 WGC Invitational, 2006 Buick Invitational, and 2013 Players Championship, respectively.
U.S. Players’ Dominance: In 2001, Tiger held all four major titles simultaneously, a record that remained for 17 years.
Win Rate: Woods won 20 of 40 official PGA Tour events between the 1999 Memorial and the 2001 Memorial, a historic achievement.
Top-10 Finishes: With 199 top-10 finishes in official PGA Tour events, Woods leads the pack; Phil Mickelson follows closely behind with 198.
Consecutive Wins: Woods remains the last player to win PGA Tour events in three consecutive weeks—an achievement he accomplished nearly 20 years ago.
Playing Partner Dominance: From 1996 to 2019, Tiger outperformed his playing partners on the PGA Tour by a combined 3,811 strokes.
Stroke Differential: Jeff Sluman holds the largest stroke deficit against Woods across 17 rounds, with Woods beating him by 61 strokes.
54-Hole Lead Conversion: Woods has a perfect record of converting 54-hole leads of three strokes or more at 25 for 25.
Generational Excellence: Tiger competed against players born across 77 years during his 82 PGA Tour victories.
Global Tour Wins: Woods is credited with 41 career wins on the DP World Tour, ranking third all-time without having played a full season on that tour.
Major Wins by Large Margins: Tiger is the only player in the last 100 years to win more than two majors by five strokes or more, accomplishing this feat five times.
Maiden Major Victory: Woods holds the record for the largest margin of victory in major championships at the U.S. Open (15 shots), Masters (12 shots), and The Open (8 shots).
Impressive Streaks: From 1999 through 2009, Woods won the WGC Bridgestone Invitational seven times, finishing an astounding 103 under par.
Record Rounds: Tiger has recorded 48 rounds of 67 or better in majors, outpacing Jack Nicklaus and Phil Mickelson, who both have 42.
Two-Season Dominance: In the modern era, only Woods has won 12+ PGA Tour titles and three or more majors in a two-season span four times.
Outstanding Consistency: In the 2000 PGA Tour season, Woods shot just one score above 73, a 75 during the Masters.
Unprecedented Achievements: Before his 30th birthday, Woods had already amassed 46 PGA Tour wins and 10 major victories—a feat only matched by Jack Nicklaus.
First Round Leads: Tiger led after the first round 31 times and won 16 of those tournaments (51.6% success rate) compared to the average of just 10.2%.
Four-Stroke Wins: Woods has secured 24 PGA Tour victories by four strokes or more, with the next best being Davis Love III at just nine.
Sustained Excellence: Between the 1999 Deutsche Bank and the 2001 Memorial, Woods recorded an astounding 23 wins with a combined margin of victory of 79 shots.
August Achievements: Tiger has an impressive 15 career PGA Tour wins in August, including four majors.
Short Putt Perfection: From 2003 to 2005, Woods missed only three putts from three feet and in, showcasing his exceptional skill.
Winning Streaks: Over the last 60 years, Woods holds records for consecutive PGA Tour victories: seven straight, followed by two more streaks of six and five.
Successful Title Defenses: Throughout his career, Woods has defended his title 23 times, far surpassing Phil Mickelson, who trails with five.
Cut Streak: Woods famously made 142 consecutive cuts from 1998 to 2005, the longest streak in PGA Tour history.
Major Championship Dominance: Between 1997 and 2008, Woods was a remarkable 126 under par in the majors, over 200 strokes better than the nearest competitor.
Majors Highlights: Woods’ finishes in the six majors from 1999 PGA Championship to the 2001 Masters were five wins and just four players finishing ahead of him.
54-Hole Lead Success Rate: In recent years, players have won outright 54-hole leads less than half the time—while Woods boasts an impressive success rate of 95.7% (44-for-46) in these situations.
Historic Stats: Throughout the major championships in which Jack Nicklaus made his final appearances, Woods emerged victorious on all four occasions.
Lasting Legacy: As one of golf’s most decorated athletes, Woods has set an almost insurmountable standard that younger generations aspire to reach.
Celebrating Tiger: As we celebrate Tiger Woods’ incredible career, these statistics serve as a testament to his transformative impact on the game.
Future Aspirations: As Woods approaches this new chapter in his life, fans are left to wonder what the future holds for this golfing legend.
- A Legacy Above All: Tiger Woods’ influence on the sport transcends numbers, as he inspires countless players and fans across the globe with his dedication and passion for golf.
As the golf community gears up for Tiger Woods’ 50th birthday, these astonishing stats not only highlight his unparalleled talent but also set the stage for his continued legacy within the sport.
Stay tuned for more insights, analysis, and coverage celebrating Tiger Woods—an athlete who has forever changed the landscape of professional golf.
