Tiger Woods winning The Masters has been labelled as the greatest comeback of all-time by fellow sportsmen around the world.
The eyes of the world were watching as Woods claimed his fifth Green Jacket and won his first Major tournament in 11 years on a dramatic afternoon at Augusta.
Fans were stunned by what they were seeing as Woods came from behind to cap off a remarkable journey which has seen him recover from four back surgeries and a prolonged break from golf.
He received praise from around social media - with fellow athletes from a range of sports particularly impressed by what he has achieved to get back to the top of his profession.
Tiger Woods celebrates with girlfriend Erica Herman after The Masters 2019 victory
"He’s done it," England legend Gary Lineker said: "He’s only gone and won it. There’s something in my eye. To use a phrase once used before about Tiger Woods “Oh my goodness...Wow....In your life have you seen anything like that?”
West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice declared: "This has to be the biggest comeback in sport? What a sportsman! Ridiculous!" whilst Watford star Will Hughes declared it "one of the best sporting comebacks I've seen".
NFL superstar Tom Brady, a relative newbie to Twitter , wrote: "Congrats Tiger! What a performance..."
He was branded the GOAT (Greatest of All-Time) by England cricket Sam Billings, who also questioned if it was the "best sporting comeback of all time" whilst former Australia captain Michael Clarke wrote: "Never say never...greatness" alongside a picture of Woods.
Tiger Woods wins The Masters 2019 to claim first Major in 11 years
England ace Harry Kane sent his congratulations immediately after his emotional win, with former Newcastle striker Mick Quinn saying there was "no other word than unbelievable".
The win moved Tiger Woods within three of Jack Nicklaus' record of most major wins.
The golf icon also congratulated Woods on social media as he hailed a huge win for the sport.
"A big “well done” from me to Tiger Woods I am so happy for him and for the game of golf. This is just fantastic!!!" Nicklaus wrote.
