Tiger Woods could have been denied his fifth Masters victory by a security guard.
The incident occurred during a moment of chaos at the 2019 edition of the tournament.
PGA TourWoods was involved in chaotic scenes after finding the rough at the 2019 Masters[/caption]
PGA TourA security guard slipped after rushing to keep the crowd back after his approach shot[/caption]
Woods had found the left rough on the 14th hole during his second round at Augusta National.
However, he was able to recover superbly by finding the green with his approach shot.
Security then immediately rushed in to keep back the crowd which had formed behind Woods.
As they stormed over, though, one security guard slipped and collided with the 15-time Major winner’s ankle.
Woods hobbled away towards the green, causing injury concerns, but was able to shrug it off before putting for birdie.
Speaking after the incident, the security guard told Golf.com: “Well, he made birdie, so I guess it all worked out. Man, I am really glad he made birdie.”
They continued: “Everyone was just coming in so fast and we tried to get in the right spot.
“It’s so slippery. I was fine until I slipped… and almost got Tiger Woods.”
Meanwhile, Woods brushed it off, telling reporters: “Accidents happen. We move on. I’m good.”
The American went on to finish his second round with a four-under-par 68 to move one shot off the lead.
PGA TourWoods hobbled away after the security guard clipped his ankle[/caption]
PGA TourThe 15-time Major winner recovered to birdie the 14th during his second round[/caption]
Woods went on to finish the weekend on 13 under to win by a single shot ahead of Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka and Xander Shauffele.
It secured his fifth green jacked and a first Major victory for 11 years.
The triumph also capped a remarkable comeback after several injuries and personal issues away from the course.
Woods’ triumph came less than two years after he had been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
However, the 49-year-old will not return to Augusta National this year in a bid to win for a record-equalling sixth time.
He has been ruled out of the 89th Masters after requiring surgery on an Achilles injury.
This year’s edition of the tournament is scheduled for two weeks time, taking place across April 10 to 13.
Defending champion Scottie Scheffler could claim a third title in three years after winning in both 2022 and 2024.
