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Tiger Woods Makes History with Fifth Straight PGA Win

1/3/2025

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In January 2000, Tiger Woods triumphed at the Mercedes Championship in Hawaii, edging out Ernie Els in a thrilling playoff. With a score of 276 (-16), Woods made history as the first golfer since Ben Hogan to clinch five consecutive PGA Tour victories. Els lauded Woods, foreseeing his rise to golfing legend status.

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Story summary

In January 2000, Tiger Woods triumphed at the Mercedes Championship in Hawaii, edging out Ernie Els in a thrilling playoff. With a score of 276 (-16), Woods made history as the first golfer since Ben Hogan to clinch five consecutive PGA Tour victories. Els lauded Woods, foreseeing his rise to golfing legend status.