Tiger Woods Faces Uncertain Return After Sixth Back Surgery

The golf legend admits he is not physically ready to compete and has no timeline for his return to professional tournaments.

Tiger Woods revealed he underwent a sixth back surgery in September 2024 to address nerve pain and spasms, which worsened throughout the year.
Woods stated he is not 'tournament-sharp' and is still in the recovery and rehabilitation process, with no clear timeline for his return to competitive golf.
The 15-time major champion played in five tournaments in 2024, making only one cut, and described the year as a 'lost season' due to ongoing physical challenges.
Despite setbacks, Woods expressed his enduring desire to compete but acknowledged that his body no longer recovers as it once did, attributing it to age and the toll of his career.
Woods is focusing on strengthening his body and avoiding setbacks, while remaining hopeful about a potential return to competition in 2025.