Video: How Tiger Woods inspired world number 1 Rory McIlroy to take up golf

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy

Behind every champion athlete, there is another champion, who has been there, seen every high and low and come out on top, through sheer hard work and determination.

In a new video, released by sporting brand Nike, a young Rory McIlroy is seen watching former World No.1 and 14-time Major winner Tiger Woods play on television. Fascinated by his play, the youngster begins to take baby steps into the game- trying to score a shot into his washing machine, playing in fading light, practicing in the most adverse conditions etc.

The hard work and the sweat put in by that young kid, pays off eventually, when he gets the opportunity to stand side-by-side with the great man and even gets a word of praise from him for a fine shot.

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Shankar is a featured columnist for cricket at Sportskeeda. He has completed his education in B.E. (IEM) and PG Diploma in Multimedia Journalism and has a rich experience of around 7 years at various notable organizations.

Shankar enjoys the contests that cricket has to offer in various formats. His favorite teams are India and New Zealand and supports Manchester United in football. His all-time favorite cricketers are Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Adam Zampa, for their varied traits and skills.

Shankar covered the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup held in India, which Australia won by beating India in the final. He strives to be sensible in his reporting to deliver accurate, relevant, and ethical information.

Aside from watching cricket, he also enjoys reading and watching movies.

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