The 49-year-old golf pro shared a new chapter in his personal life, revealing his relationship with Donald Trump Jr.’s ex-wife and making a request to the public.

Tiger Woods surprised netizens on Sunday, March 23, by sharing photos of himself with Vanessa Trump on his X account. However, the announcement received mixed reactions.

Alongside the images, Tiger


wrote


, “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together.”

One photo showed Tiger and Vanessa standing side by side, smiling in front of a green ivy-covered wall, while in the second, she rested her head on his chest as they relaxed outdoors on a hammock. Tiger


concluded


his post with a request, “At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.”

Netizens who saw Tiger’s post quickly reacted. One


wrote


,

“Bro finally settled down fr [sic].”

Another


pointed out


,

“Her ring finger is juuuuuuuust out of view [sic]. 🤔”

Someone else speculated about the nature of Tiger and Vanessa’s announcement, wondering whether they were


married or engaged


. One even directly


asked


,

“What’s this post about? Did you get married?”

Others expressed surprise at the tone of Tiger’s post, with one suggesting it seemed


uncharacteristic of him


and another even wondering if his


account had been hacked


.

Meanwhile, a fan expressed support for Tiger’s new relationship and


called him


the “GOAT,” which stands for the “greatest of all time.” Adding to the positivity, Ivanka Trump, Vanessa’s former sister-in-law, also


left


a supportive comment, “So happy for you both! 🥰🥰”

Tiger confirming his romance with Vanessa comes after reports that

U.S. President Donald Trump had commented on their relationship.

An insider revealed that Donald is aware of the rumored romance and fully approves. “Trump knows about him dating Vanessa and is said to approve,” the source

stated

.

An insider revealed that Donald and Tiger have maintained a close relationship for years, noting that the celebrated golfer received the Medal of Freedom from Trump in 2019.

Tiger has also expressed appreciation for Donald’s contributions to golf. “Tiger speaks privately about liking Trump and what he’s done to promote golf,” the source

added

.

The golf icon recently attended a Black History Month event at the White House, where he was seen wearing the Presidential Medal of Freedom he received from Donald. Additionally, sources claim Donald has extended an invitation for Tiger to join him and Kai for a round of golf at his Florida club.

Tiger and Vanessa began making headlines

for their reportedly

new romance

recently. According to the Daily Mail on March 13, the 49-year-old golfer and Vanessa, 47, have been

quietly dating

since late last year.

Both live just 20 minutes apart in Palm Beach, Florida. Their children — Tiger’s, Charlie and Sam Woods, and Vanessa’s eldest daughter, Kai Trump — attend The Benjamin School, a private institution.

Last month, witnesses spotted them together at a golf tournament, fueling speculation. A source

told

Daily Mail, “Tiger and Vanessa have been

seeing each other

since just before Thanksgiving. She comes to his place on Jupiter Island. They’re not living together. She comes over maybe a few nights a week.”

The source added that they enjoy each other’s company, often sharing dinners and conversation. For now, they are keeping things private and have chosen to stay out of the public eye.

Despite the attention surrounding their romance, Vanessa’s ex-husband isn’t bothered. A source close to the Trump family

told

People that Donald Jr. is “cool” with the pair dating. He and Vanessa were married for 12 years before divorcing in 2018.

Meanwhile, other Trump family members and the former couple’s five children

reportedly know

about Vanessa and Tiger’s relationship.

The New York Post reported that Tiger and Vanessa’s relationship began as a friendship. “But it’s not too serious, it’s heading in that direction, though,” a source

mentioned

. While they are taking things slowly, a source

believes

it could become “something really serious and permanent.”

“They have a lot in common. They’ve both gotten used to public scrutiny. They both know how to keep their private life private. They’re both parents,” the source

added

.

What Tiger admires most about Vanessa is that she isn’t drawn to his popularity. “Fame doesn’t interest her; that’s what he likes best about her,” the source

explained

, adding that she would date him even if he weren’t famous.

Before reports of their romance resurfaced, Vanessa was seen in the background of a photo taken on February 16, at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California. The image showed Tiger alongside Kai, during the final round of The Genesis Invitational, further fueling speculation about their growing connection.

Vanessa’s appearance at the event fueled dating rumors and sparked online discussions about her resemblance to Tiger’s past partners. One

commented

,

“Looks like his ex,”

while other users

pointed out

that

he clearly has a type

,

“You can tell he has a type. All of his girlfriends look alike.”

One observer noted Tiger’s

preference for blondes

. Someone joked that

she seemed older

and not as blonde as his usual type.

While some focused on her appearance, others reacted to the relationship itself. Another person found the

situation unexpected

and mentioned it wasn’t on their bingo card. A skeptic predicted

it wouldn’t last

, comparing Tiger’s dating history to going through water.

Not everyone was critical, though. A supporter

expressed happiness

for the couple and wished them well. Another

echoed

the same sentiment,

“Good for them. Wish them much happiness.”

Tiger’s reported romance with Vanessa surfaced after

he revealed a recent health setback

, adding to public interest in his personal life.

On March 11, Tiger announced on X that he ruptured his left Achilles tendon while training, requiring surgery in Florida. Dr. Charlton Stucken performed a

minimally invasive procedure

at the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, assuring that the operation was successful and that Tiger is expected to make a full recovery.

Tiger

reassured

fans that he is “back home now” and focused on “recovery and rehab,” thanking them for their support. His injury drew strong reactions from analysts and former players on X.

Former professional golfer and current analyst Arron Oberholser

reacted

, “Unreal. How much more can an athlete endure. Just brutal.” Golf journalist Dan Rapaport

added

, “Ruptured achilles is a nightmare. I’m sad.”

Another ex-golfer, Nick Leach,

shared

his thoughts, “As much as I love Tiger and how he’s impacted the way I view golf. It’s time to call it a career.”

ESPN’s football analyst Booger McFarland

commented

, “It’s not our place to tell him what to do however I hope enough is enough Body has been thru a lot. Enjoy your kids. We will cherish all 82 of the wins and in a lot of eyes He is the greatest to ever touch a club [sic].”

Tiger’s latest injury follows his

microdecompression surgery

in September 2024 to relieve nerve impingement in his lower back. The procedure was performed by Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi at the Hospital for Special Surgery.

At the time, Tiger

shared

on X, “The surgery went smoothly, and I’m hopeful this will help alleviate the back spasms and pain I was experiencing throughout most of the 2024 season.” He was eager to start rehab and return to his normal activities, especially golf.

Despite his perseverance, Tiger’s physical struggles were evident even before his two surgeries. In July 2024, he reflected on his performance in an interview with The Guardian.

“I loved it, I’ve always loved playing major championships. I just wish I was sharper physically,” he

admitted

. “Obviously it tests you mentally, physically and emotionally, and I just wasn’t as sharp as I needed to be. I was hoping to find it somehow, but I just never did.”

His struggles weren’t just physical — he was also coping with personal loss. Just a month before his left Achilles tendon injury,

he withdrew

from a tournament at Torrey Pines following the passing of his mother, Kultida Woods.

“I planned to tee it up this week, but I’m just not ready. I did my best to prepare, knowing it’s what my Mom would have wanted, but I’m still processing her loss,” Tiger

said

in a statement on February 10.

He thanked everyone for their support and kindness since his mother’s passing.

Tiger announced on X that Kultida had passed away on February 4.

“My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable,” Tiger

wrote

. “She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter, without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible.”

Kultida, who is of

Thai origin

, was a constant presence throughout her son’s legendary career. Before she died, she attended and supported Tiger’s

TMRW Golf League (TGL) debut

.

Tiger’s mom’s strength and warmth left a lasting impact on those who knew her, including fellow golfers. Golfing legend Fred Couples paid tribute to Kultida on X, remembering her as a

vibrant presence

.

Kutilda’s influence extended beyond the sidelines, shaping even the smallest details of Tiger’s game — including a bold tradition that would come to define him: his

red shirt on Sundays

.

“My mom thought, that being born a Capricorn, that red was my power color,” Tiger once

said

. “And so, in some of the junior golf events in So Cal, I would wear red. And I won.” Wanting to test her belief, he deliberately switched to blue for other tournaments — only to be proven wrong.

“I didn’t win,” Tiger

admitted

. “And so I then switched to red, and I had a lot more success wearing red.” Realizing the pattern, he eventually made a deal with his mother — he would reserve red for the final round of big events instead of wearing it every day.

Kultida accepted the compromise. “She said, ‘Fine. Just wear it the last day,'” Tiger

shared

. From then on, his mom’s belief became a lasting tradition, one he carried into the biggest moments of his career.

As Tiger mourns this profound loss, he carries forward the lessons and strength his mother instilled in him — values that helped shape him into the champion the world knows today.

As Tiger honored his mother’s memory, he also reflected the

deep love

she shared with her grandchildren, Sam and Charlie, and expressed gratitude for the support he received during this difficult time.