But it is more than just raw distance that sets Woods apart. I see the likeness of Ben Hogan in him. I used to watch Ben Hogan hit balls in Florida. Tiger's basic fundamentals remind me of Hogan's. Hogan dominated golf in the late 1940s and early '50s and his swing has long been considered to be the sport's model.
Woods also has an imaginative short game and is an outstanding putter, especially under pressure.
That is a prerequisite at Augusta National, where any approach shot that finishes above the hole becomes a potential three-putt. That's a good combination. Then, there is Woods' fearlessness. He has demonstrated time and again that he thrives on pressure. He wants to be the best golfer ever and he isn't afraid to put himself in positions to prove it.