Train frontman Pat Monahan secured an hour-long golf lesson from Tiger Woods after being tapped as a last-minute replacement to headline Woods’ annual Tiger Jam fundraiser, he revealed this week on the “Subpar” podcast.
Monahan recounted how Woods’ management contacted Train after another act cancelled, presenting him with a unique opportunity. “I was like, ‘I’m good, I have been working too hard,’” Monahan said on the podcast. “And they were like, ‘Tiger will give you an hour-long lesson.’ I was like, ‘I’ll be there tomorrow.’”
The lesson took place at the range, not on the course, and Monahan described a surprisingly relaxed atmosphere. Woods, he said, shared his frustrations with pro-am events, even hinting at a potential end to his participation. According to Monahan, Woods explained that a particularly lengthy pro-am round – lasting six hours – led him “I think this is the last one.”
Monahan was struck by Woods’ down-to-earth demeanor. “He is one of my favorite guys,” Monahan stated. “He’s like one of us. He handles himself so professionally but when you can get him in a small group he’s just a dude.” Woods offered encouragement during the lesson, telling Monahan, “Whoa, Pat can get through a shot.”
Despite the positive experience, Monahan joked about his attempt to forge a closer friendship with the golfing legend. “I was like, ‘Man, I want to be best friends,’” Monahan said, “And he’s like, ‘I’m good.’”
Monahan also discussed playing Augusta National, and his band’s upcoming tour during the podcast interview. The full interview is available on the “Subpar” podcast and on YouTube.
