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Upper Deck extends card, memorabilia deal with golf legend Tiger Woods
Though Tiger Woods is recovering from another surgery—this one to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon—he remains very much in the spotlight in the golf world he dominated for so long.
Woods even pulled a April Fool joke on fans and the media this week as he teased a quick recovery and a return to the Masters next week.
Though Woods’ pro golf future remains up in the air, one thing is certain: He will continue to be one of the sport’s top ambassadors and a chief spokesperson for card and memorabilia company Upper Deck.Upper Deck announced Thursday that it has extended its exclusive agreement with the legendary golfer and one of the longest-standing spokespeople at Upper Deck.
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Under the extended deal, Upper Deck will continue to be the exclusive licensed producer of Woods’ trading cards, collectibles, and autographed memorabilia, extending the relationship beyond 25 years.
“We've been fortunate to work alongside Tiger for nearly his entire professional career, helping create connections with fans and celebrate moments throughout his historic journey with our collectibles,” said Jason Masherah, president of Upper Deck. “Tiger Woods fans across the globe have collected the authentic and innovative products we've created together. We look forward to continuing our relationship and building products dedicated to Tiger’s historic legacy.”
“I’ve been proud to be a partner of Upper Deck for so many years and looking forward to the future together,” Woods said through Upper Deck.
One of the most decorated and dominant golfers of all time, Woods has won 15 major championships and elevated the sport worldwide, inspiring a new generation of golfers. His dominance and historic achievements helped make him a key member of Upper Deck’s exclusive athletes, which include Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky and volleyball legend Kerri Walsh Jennings.
Over the past 25 years, Woods has helped Upper Deck grow the golf card and memorabilia category with a multitude of products from Tiger’s career, including countless sought-after trading cards.
Upper Deck has captured every moment of Woods’ career, from his first-ever licensed trading card in the 2001 Upper Deck Golf set to autographed, game-used, and match-worn memorabilia. In addition to authentic signed shoes, polos, and hats, Upper Deck Authenticated has produced unique golf memorabilia, such as the innovative Breaking Throughs, inspired Tegatas, and multi-signed pieces featuring other top-tier athletes.
Collectors can find Tiger Woods trading cards and memorabilia at Upper Deck’s Certified Diamond Dealer hobby shops and online at UpperDeck.com.
