1996 Greater Milwaukee Open Season Badge - Tiger Woods Turns Pro PSA 8 NM-MT
Tiger said it best - "I Guess Hello World." The well chronicled Tiger Woods story has had many twists and turns, with many of the lows creating even higher highs. Triumph and tribulation. These four words were said with a youthful smile at the eve presser of his professional debut at the 1996 Greater Milwaukee Open by the then 3-time US Amateur champion. In front of a vintage Miller Lite logo tournament backdrop the first of many iconic professional moments occurred - a great start to the week in which 20-year-old Tiger Woods' second highlight would come during the final round Sunday with a 1 on the scorecard for hole #14 in which we auctioned in March commanding a robust sum of $125k.
Up for bidding is the blue and red '96 GMO Corporate Season badge from the first professional event in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! Tiger Woods took home his first tournament check of $2,544 for a t-60 finish, a bank account deposit that meant more to him than the $43 million he had already received in endorsement deals. This ticket/badge has reached new heights, the 'rookie card' for a cultural icon in a quickly growing category (especially debuts). Graded examples have set records. Elevate your Tiger Woods and ticket/badge collection with this colorful series badge that started it all - a PSA Near-Mint 8 encapsulated for presentation, preservation and valuation.#107026083. Pop 3 - 3 higher. Loren Roberts - Winner (265) - Tiger Woods Turns Pro ($2,544).
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