Ranking the Greatest Tiger Woods PGA Tour Wins

Tiger Woods has cemented his place in golf history with an astounding 82 PGA Tour victories, tying Sam Snead for the all-time record. Throughout his career, Woods has achieved numerous remarkable wins that have showcased his exceptional skill, mental toughness, and ability to dominate the sport. Here are some of Tiger Woods’ greatest PGA Tour wins:

The Best 6 Tiger Woods Championship Victories

The 1997 Masters

Was there any doubt that the most memorable win was the 1997 Masters? Woods’ first major championship win came at the 1997 Masters, where he dominated the field with a record-breaking performance. He finished 18-under-par, winning by an incredible 12 strokes over Tom Kite. This victory not only marked Woods’ arrival as a major force in golf but also made him the youngest Masters champion in history.

Woods went on to win the Masters Tournament four more times. His victories came in the following years:

1. 1997: Woods’ first Masters win, finishing at -18
2. 2001: His second victory, with a score of -16
3. 2002: Back-to-back win, finishing at -12
4. 2005: Fourth Masters title, winning in a playoff at -12
5. 2019: His most recent and surprising triumph, finishing at -13

These five Masters victories are part of Woods’ impressive total of 15 major championship wins, placing him second all-time behind Jack Nicklaus, who has 18 major titles including six Masters wins.

The 2000 U.S. Open

Perhaps Woods’ most dominant performance came at the 2000 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. He won by a staggering 15 strokes, the largest margin of victory in any major championship. Woods finished at 12-under-par, while his nearest competitors, Ernie Els and Miguel Ángel Jiménez, were at 3-over-par.

The 2000 Open Championship

Continuing his incredible form, Woods won The Open Championship at St. Andrews by 8 strokes, finishing at 19-under-par. This victory completed the career Grand Slam for Woods at the age of 24, making him the youngest player to achieve this feat.

World Golf Championships

Woods has been particularly dominant in World Golf Championships events, amassing an unprecedented 18 victories. His most impressive performances include:

2000 WGC-NEC Invitational

Woods won by 11 strokes, shooting a remarkable 21-under-par. This victory was part of his incredible 2000 season, where he won 9 tournaments, including three majors. He might have been in his best form in his career.

2003 WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship

Tiger Woods defeated David Toms 2 and 1 in the final, showcasing his skills in match play format.

Other Notable Tiger Woods PGA Tour Victories

2000 Canadian Open

Woods won with a spectacular finish, hitting a 6-iron from 218 yards out of a fairway bunker on the 18th hole, which landed within 18 feet of the pin. This shot is considered one of the greatest in golf history.