Understood Addict but I wasn't referring to his sexual exploits . . . . if you read articles (
https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2010/05/tiger-woods-article-full-201005 for one) you'll find that while he very often payed for sex he also had 'girlfriends' who thought they were exclusive and who he didn't pay but insinuated they were going to be the next Mrs. Woods. They weren't paid, but of course you could argue they must have known what they were getting into.
What bothers me about hero worship - especially athletes - is that behind the brand more than often are not nice people. 'Team Tiger' analyzes every move he makes outside of his golf career (which he clearly excels at). Commercials, advertisements, endorsements, interviews, etc. are scrutinized to make sure the almighty brand retains it' purity. Much like the criticism against Michael Jordan, Tiger too, could have done so much more for black people - neither would comment on violence against black Americans, police brutality, drugs , white privilege, etc. because it would stain their image, and, as Air Jordan once said "white people buy sneakers too". Now, do they have an obligation to represent their race? Of course not but what an opportunity missed.
Tiger is apparently very cheap also . . . .
Cheers