Tiger Woods recently announced that he will be taking an extended break from golf following a back surgery he underwent in October. This surgery marked the seventh procedure on his back and the third major operation in the past two years, with previous surgeries addressing his Achilles and ankle.
Despite winning the Masters in 2019 after an 11-year Major drought, Woods has faced ongoing challenges due to various injuries. While he managed to host his annual Hero World Challenge tournament in the Bahamas, he acknowledged that he has a significant road to recovery ahead before returning to competitive play.
In a light-hearted remark, Woods mentioned playing in numerous events on both tours before shifting to a more serious tone, emphasizing the importance of focusing on his return to playing before planning his future schedule. He expressed optimism about his recovery progress, noting that he has recently been cleared to resume chipping and putting after six weeks post-surgery.
Woods is driven by the possibility of breaking a PGA record by surpassing the current 82 tournament wins shared with golf icon Sam Snead. Notah Begay III, a close friend of Woods, highlighted that one of the golfer’s main challenges post-surgery is the physical demand of walking the course during a comeback.