Love is officially in the air! Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump have gone public with their relationship, making it Instagram official with a sweet and cozy post that has fans buzzing. The golf legend, 49, shared two adorable snapshots on Sunday, March 23, giving the world a glimpse of his new romance with Vanessa, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.
Woods didn't hold back on expressing his feelings, captioning the post, "Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together." He also took a moment to request privacy for those close to them, setting a respectful tone for their fresh chapter.
One of the photos features the couple standing side by side, arms wrapped around each other, radiating happiness. The other shot captures a more intimate moment as they snuggle up in a lounge chair, looking completely at ease.
Their relationship, which had been under wraps for months, was first confirmed by PEOPLE on March 13. However, it was the Daily Mail that initially broke the news, hinting at their quiet romance.
Vanessa, 47, was previously married to Donald Trump Jr. for 12 years before they went their separate ways in 2018. The former couple shares two children—Kai, 17, and Donald III, 16. Despite moving on, it appears there’s no bad blood. A source told PEOPLE that Trump Jr. is "cool with" Vanessa’s new relationship and just wants her to be happy.
On the other side, Woods is also a devoted father. He shares two kids—son Charlie, 16, and daughter Sam, 17—with his ex-wife Elin Nordegren. Their marriage ended in 2010, but both have remained dedicated co-parents.
Interestingly, their romance blossomed through a shared passion—their children’s golf careers! A source close to both Woods and Vanessa revealed to PEOPLE, "Their kids are going places in golf and are both very disciplined about the sport. They have that in common." This common ground has helped them bond in a meaningful way beyond just their personal connection.
Their relationship has been subtly on display at several golf events where their children have competed. Just last week, Kai and Charlie both participated in the Junior Invitational in South Carolina, further proving that golf truly runs deep in both families.
Back in February, Woods accompanied Vanessa and her daughter to the Genesis Invitational in San Diego, California. Kai, a rising golf star in her own right, has committed to playing for the University of Miami next year, solidifying her future in the sport.
And if that wasn't enough excitement, just days later, Woods found himself at the White House, where he was honored by none other than Vanessa’s former father-in-law, President Donald Trump, during a Black History Month reception. Talk about an interesting twist of fate!
As for Vanessa, those close to her aren’t surprised by her relationship with someone of Woods' status. "Vanessa has always gone for guys who are either well known or have something big going for them," a second insider shared. However, they emphasized that while she’s comfortable in such high-profile relationships, she doesn’t crave the spotlight. "She is not a shrinking violet, but she’s discreet, smart, and a great mother. That has always come first in her life."
With a strong foundation built on family values and a shared passion for golf, it’s clear that Woods and Vanessa are enjoying their time together. Whether on the green or off, their connection seems to be in full swing, and fans will no doubt be keeping an eye on this power couple’s journey.
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