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On this day in golf: Tiger Woods wins first Bay Hill title

On this day 20 years ago, Tiger Woods won the first of his eight titles at Bay Hill, beating Davis Love III by four shots at the 2000 Bay Hill Invitational.

For Woods, the victory marked his 11th win in his past 18 starts. It also was his third title of the year in just six starts. Woods ended 2000 with 10 victories, including three majors.

Love, however, once again came up short at Bay Hill, finishing second for a third time.

Here is a look back on some highlights from Woods’ first Bay Hill triumph:

Woods, 24, began the week at Arnie’s Place by being recognized for winning the 2009 McCormack Award, given to the player who finished the year at No.