Tiger Woods has made headlines once again, this time for confirming his romance with Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr. The golf legend took to Instagram on Sunday to officially announce their relationship, stating, “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side,” while also requesting privacy as they embark on their journey together.

The connection between Woods and Vanessa Trump is not entirely surprising, given Woods’ longstanding ties to the Trump family. Since receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019, Woods has been part of Trump’s inner circle, which may have facilitated their blossoming romance. Additionally, their 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren have crossed paths; Vanessa has five 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren with Donald Jr., and her eldest daughter, Kai, attends the same exclusive private school as Woods’ two 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren, Sam and Charlie. Both Kai and Charlie are aspiring young golfers who frequent the same Florida golf circles.

This marks Woods’ first public relationship since his split with Erica Herman in 2022, which was marred by controversy, including allegations of 𝓈ℯ𝓍ual harassment and a legal dispute over his Florida mansion. Woods’ previous marriage to Elin Nordegren ended in 2010 following a widely publicized scandal involving infidelity, though they have since maintained a good relationship.

As Woods embraces this new chapter in his life, he remains on amicable terms with past relationships, including his two-year romance with Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, who expressed her happiness for Woods’ return to health and the golf scene. With Vanessa Trump’s sister-in-law, Ivanka Trump, even giving her approval of the new couple on social media, it seems Woods and Trump are poised to navigate this relationship in the public eye, while seeking the privacy they desire.