Tiger Woods drops fresh Masters hint as secrecy continues to shroud golf icon’s fitness
Tiger Woods seems poised to make a comeback at the Masters after recently playing a round at Augusta National.
The 15-time major champion entered the new season with high hopes of playing more consistently, aiming to surpass his previous limitations.
Since the 2019/20 season, Woods hasn’t participated in more than three events in a single campaign, with only one major appearance that year.
His memorable victory at the Masters in the prior season marked one of golf’s most remarkable comebacks.
Despite grappling with injury setbacks and ongoing recovery from a harrowing 2021 car accident, Woods made the cut at last year’s Masters before withdrawing due to a back issue, visibly struggling on the challenging Augusta terrain.
Initially aiming to play once a month in the new season, Woods hasn’t competed since withdrawing from the Genesis Invitational due to illness, later clarified as influenza.
While Woods reassured fans about his health, offering updates through sporadic social media posts, he’s remained relatively silent since February 17.
Recent sightings include him walking courses with his son Charlie and attending the latter’s state championship ceremony.
Yet, Woods has yet to confirm his participation in the upcoming Masters, although he’s provisionally included in the field alongside other eligible former champions.
Reports now suggest Woods is diligently preparing for the major, having played a round at Augusta with club chairman Fred Ridley and Justin Thomas, a common pre-tournament ritual for him to ready his body for the challenge.
As the Valero Texas Open unfolds, with notable players like Rory McIlroy in the mix, anticipation builds for Woods’ potential return, especially given his close relationship with McIlroy.
Realistically, golf enthusiasts may need to wait another week to learn if Woods is truly prepared to compete at Augusta once more.
