Camera Captures Charlie Woods Throwing A Tantrum After Missing Short Putt
Charlie Woods’ frustrated reaction to a missed putt has drawn criticism, but his recent results show a young golfer making steady progress while learning to handle golf’s pressure.
- By Edited by NDTV Sports Desk
- Updated: September 12, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT
Charlie Woods had a strong week at TPC Sawgrass, but one short putt has now put his reaction in the spotlight. A video shared by NUCLR GOLF shows Woods struggling on the course, dropping his club and putting both hands on his head after missing a putt. The 17-year-old had just finished a career-best tie for eighth at the Junior Players Championship, making the timing of the clip stand out. His reaction has now led to criticism over how he handles frustration on the golf course.
Charlie Woods' Reaction To The Missed Putt
Charlie Woods was NOT happy after this missed putt ????????️
— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF)
September 12, 2026
The clip shared by NUCLR GOLF shows Charlie Woods trying to hole a shot before reacting when it does not go his way. He drops his club, puts both hands on his head and looks visibly frustrated. Another part of the video shows him struggling with his backswing.
The commentary attached to the video went further, calling Woods “spoiled and entitled” and questioning his attitude toward golf. It also brought his famous father, Tiger Woods, into the discussion. But a short clip of a teenager showing frustration does not prove that he is spoiled or feels entitled.
Woods is still learning how to deal with pressure while playing under far more attention than most junior golfers receive. That matters when judging one emotional moment. His latest tournament result also gives a much clearer picture of where his game is heading.
Charlie Woods Builds His Own Golf Career
Away from the viral moment, Woods has had plenty to feel good about. He finished tied for eighth at the Junior Players Championship on September 6, shooting 1-under 215 at TPC Sawgrass. Reuters reported that it was his best finish at the event, improving on his tie for 31st from 2025.
Woods also won his first AJGA event at the 2025 Team TaylorMade Invitational and has qualified for three straight U.S. Junior Amateur Championships. TaylorMade announced on September 4 that he had signed an NIL deal with the company, while Woods has also committed to play college golf at Florida State in 2027.
That path is starting to look like his own. Woods has also signed with Players Group Management, separate from Tiger Woods' agency, giving him another step away from simply being known as Tiger's son.
Charlie Woods will continue to face more attention than most players his age, especially with the Woods name attached to every tournament he plays. But frustration after a missed putt is hardly enough to define him, especially when his recent results show a young golfer still building his own career