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Learn more here. Woods' first name — Eldrick — was coined by his mother because it began with 'E' for Earl and ended with 'K' for Kultida. His middle name Tont is a traditional Thai name. He was nicknamed Tiger in honor of his father's friend Col. Vuong Dang Phong, who had also been known as Tiger. He also shoots 48 over nine holes at the Navy Course.

Earl would never beat him again. Nicklaus is impressed. He is also impressed by the fact that Earl has detailed all of Jack's achievents in the game and set Tiger the task of one day breaking those records. Junior Amateur Championship, aged Junior Amateur Championship. Junior Amateur Championship three years in a row. Amateur Championship at Sawgrass.

Tiger is not unduly troubled by the competition. Informs GolfPunk's Editor that he intends to become "The best golfer in the world. And not just the best black golfer. Amateur Championships.