Woods is attempting to compete for the first time since he withdrew from the Masters midway through the third round. Two weeks after that early departure from Augusta National Golf Club, the Hall of Famer underwent fusion surgery on his right ankle.
While vagueness was the throughline through Woods’ first public remarks since the Masters, the 15-time major winner did open the window – if only ever so slightly – into the PGA Tour’s negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
Woods, who turns 48 late next month, has put himself through yet another rigorous rehabilitation program because he thinks he can win, and he enjoys the challenge.
Former champion Rory McIlroy has challenged golf’s decision makers to return the Australian Open to return to its former glory while the professional game’s global schedule continues to evolve.
Many golf fans may view TGL, the forthcoming tech-infused league headlined by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, as some sort of hit-and-giggle event. But there will be some serious cash on the line.