Nestled in the back of many golf fan’s mind is the haunting thought that it might be over.  Tiger’s pursuit of Jack Nicklaus’ majors record may have reached its apogee and could now be headed in the same direction as his personal life.  While Woods is currently in damage control and will be positively trying to resurrect his image and his game, the world continues to turn; however, things will never be the same.

Woods is still one of the most prolific golfers in the game.  There can be no doubt that his presence on the course drives attendance behind the ropes and puts jingle into the pockets of the PGA, the charities, and the communities that host the tournaments.  While these things are readily apparent to those who track the industry, everyone will take a hit even as Tiger’s PR machine tries to pick up the slack as quickly as possible.

There are many rumors as to what Woods is likely to do.  Will he really take enough time off the golf gravy train to mend broken hearts?  If he is chasing Jack, will he play any majors this year?  The clock is ticking.

The Masters has awarded Tiger four green jackets to date (Jack has six).  This year, the US Open is at Pebble Beach where he destroyed the course by 15 strokes in 2000.  Who can forget Tiger on the hallowed grounds of St. Andrews?  This is the 150^th Open Championship and could be the third consecutive Open Championship win for Tiger on the venerable Old Course.  That is… if he plays.

What’s it going to be?  Time does not wait for any man.  And, while Tiger has traded the spotlight of being golf’s superhero and devoted family man for the tabloids of infidelities and innuendos, you know that Tiger just wants it all to go away.  Hmmm, how many of us have felt that same longing?  I’ve learned in my life that with choice comes accountability and consequences.  Sometimes the consequences are much to bear.  For the moment, Jack’s record of 18 major-championships is safe and secure.  But then, moments don’t last forever either.  What do you think?

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