Gary Player says one thing Tiger Woods did in 2000 has ‘completely ruined’ his career

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Gary Player has suggested that one thing Tiger Woods did in 2000 “completely ruined” his career.

The 15-time major Champion hasn’t added to his tally since the 2019 Masters, where he recorded a historic comeback victory.

Over the past five years, injury and poor form have hindered Woods as he seeks to hunt down Jack Nicklaus’ major record.

Considering his current state, it feels like just making it through an entire tournament should be regarded as positive.

Gary Player tears into one thing Tiger Woods did in the year 2000

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In an interview with YouTube Channel KW Golf, Player has opened up on why he believes Woods’ career has taken a turn for the worse.

The South African has claimed Woods’ demise is down to him changing who he had lessons with off the back of his emphatic US Open victory at Pebble Beach in 2000.

“Look at Tiger Woods. Tiger Woods had his career ruined, completely ruined. Tiger Woods won 14 majors,” he explained.

“The US Open at Pebble Beach, he won by 15 shots. You know what that’s like? It’s like running the 100 meters in 7 seconds. The next week, he’s having a lesson from a man who, I don’t think, if he played in the Masters, could break 80. And then he goes to another guy who couldn’t probably break 85 in the Masters with the pressure, or the British Open or the PGA on the final day. And he’s having lessons from them.

Player added: “Why did Tiger do that? He was so good, but I understand he wanted to get better. If he had just gone along and never changed, he would have won at least 22 [majors]. He would’ve gone down as the greatest athlete the world has ever seen.”

Strong words from Gary Player on Tiger Woods

Considering Woods was still highly successful after his triumph in 2000, these comments appear extremely harsh from Player.

Woods’ future major wins may not have occurred had he not sought new advice. Furthermore, plenty of other explanations exist for why the 48-year-old’s career isn’t what it once was.

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The aforementioned injury, personal issues and general fatigue can be attributed. The fact Woods managed to make the cut at The Masters deserves immense credit.

His first two rounds at Augusta indicated he can still mix it with the world’s best. Up next for the 15-time major champions is the PGA Championship at Valhalla. It’s doubtful we will see golf’s biggest draw before then.