'Woods' Determination Faces a Challenge: Triumph Awaits Those He Inspired at Troon.

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'Woods' Determination Faces a Challenge: Triumph Awaits Those He Inspired at Troon.

As Tiger Woods ascended the steep slope from the seventh green, he embodied an iconic presence on one of golf's most renowned stages: the teeing ground for the famed 'Postage Stamp' hole.

Despite the uneasiness in his gait, a result of reconstructive surgery on his right foot following a near-fatal car crash, and the stiffness from a surgically fused back, Tiger Woods still exudes an undeniable aura. 

Whether it's just him and his caddie Lance Bennett on a quiet Sunday, scouting the course before a major tournament, or commanding the largest gallery on the South Ayrshire coast after an overnight flight from Florida to play in the 152nd Open at Royal Troon, Woods's presence is palpable and commanding.

In what marks his 23rd Open and 95th major appearance, Tiger Woods remains resolute in his belief that he can contend, despite mounting evidence to the contrary. 

Yet, the allure of his presence remains irresistible as crowds gather eagerly to witness the 48-year-old's journey on the greens.