- Tiger Woods is one of the best golfers to ever play the game.
- Woods’ longest drive ever was 498 yards.
- The longest drive of Woods’ career came in 2002.
Tiger Woods is considered the best golfer of his generation, and one of the most important athletes in the modern era.
One of the reasons that The Big Cat was always considered a golf betting favourite was his ability to drive the golf ball.
Find out everything you need to know about Tiger Woods’ longest drive ever below:
What Was Tiger Woods’ Longest Drive?
Tiger Woods’ longest drive was 498 yards. Woods accomplished this feat at the 2002 Mercedes Championship at the Plantation Course at Kapalua in Hawai’i.
Woods saved his best for last that day, as his monster drive came on the 18th hole.
What Was Rory McIlroy’s Longest Drive?
Rory McIlroy’s longest drive was 427 yards and came at the 2023 Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland.
McIlroy won that tournament as one of the favourites according to the PGA Tour odds.
What Is the Longest Golf Drive in History?
Max Homa owns the record for the longest official drive in PGA Tour history at 477 yards. The shot came at the Plantation Course during the 2024 Sentry Tournament of Champions.
Homa’s is officially acknowledged as the longest drive because it occurred in the ShotLink Era (2003 and beyond).
Tiger Woods’ 498-yard drive came in 2002 – at the same course – but was accomplished before ShotLink came into the picture.
Which Professional Golfer Has the Longest Drive?
Max Homa owns the record for the longest “official” drive in PGA Tour history. His 477-yard rocket came at the Plantation Course during the 2024 Sentry Tournament of Champions.
