Tiger Woods' Praise

Tiger Woods called John Smoltz the best amateur golfer in the world during their prime.

“Tiger Woods told me, he goes, 'I think Smoltz is probably the best amateur golfer in the world.'”

Smoltz' Golf Success

Smoltz has earned praise from Woods previously and qualified for the 2018 U.S. Senior Open.

Smoltz' Golf Career

Smoltz once carried a handicap index of +1.5 and attempted to earn a full tour card in 2023.

Smoltz' Baseball-Golf Connection

Smoltz' pitching skills translated to golf, with accuracy and staying centred over the ball.

Woods' Baseball Game

Woods got mad when Smoltz threw pitches he could hit in a simulated baseball game.

“At the end of the at-bats, i gave him fastballs that he could hit. And when he found that out, he got really mad.”

Future Golf Competition

Woods and Smoltz might compete against each other on the PGA Tour if their paths crossed.