Tiger Woods has released a heartfelt statement thanking Nike for their support over the past 27 years. He specifically highlighted the role of former Nike CEO Phil Knight in the partnership, and expressed his gratitude for the memories they created together. Woods also confirmed that this is not the end of his career, and he is looking forward to what the future holds.
Nike also shared a post on social media, paying tribute to Woods with the words “It was a hell of a round, Tiger.” It’s clear that both Woods and Nike have immense respect for each other, and they will both look back on their time together with fondness.
Tiger Woods has ended his long-standing relationship with Nike after 27 years as a sponsored athlete. The golf legend joined the sportswear giant when he was 21 years old, and they have been on an incredible journey together. Woods’ dominance of the sport in the 90s and 2000s was unprecedented, and he will always be remembered as one of the greatest golfers of all time. Throughout his career, he was always associated with Nike’s famous ‘swoosh’ logo, and his signature red polo shirt was one of the most iconic images in golf. Now, with his career winding down, Woods has decided to take a different direction, but he will always be grateful for Nike’s support.
Woods said, “I’m so thankful for my time with Nike. They have been such a big part of my life, and I will always cherish the memories we made together. I know they will continue to do amazing things, and I look forward to watching them from the sidelines. Thank you, Nike, for everything.” While this is the end of an era for Woods, it is also the beginning of a new chapter. We can only speculate what the future holds for Woods, but one thing is certain: his legacy will live on.
“Despite Tiger Woods’ serious car accident in 2021, many thought he would continue to wear Nike apparel. However, the California-born athlete kept his cards close to his chest, and when he was spotted wearing FootJoys at the 2022 Masters, speculation about a split from Nike began to circulate. Woods later confirmed his partnership with Nike was coming to an end, saying he needed “something different” after his career-altering car accident.
It was a surprising move, as many expected Woods to remain loyal to Nike. However, he has always been a trendsetter, and it’s clear that his priorities have shifted since the accident.
accident. For Woods, it seems that comfort and functionality are now more important than loyalty. He has always been a trendsetter, and it’s likely that other golfers will follow in his footsteps. Whether they will choose Nike or other brands is yet to be seen, but one thing is certain: Woods’ influence on the sport is far from over.
