Overview

• Tiger Woods accepts a special exemption to participate in the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst, North Carolina.
• This exemption marks the first time Woods has needed one since his debut at the U.S. Open in 1995.
• Woods' previous qualification from his 2019 Masters win expired last year, necessitating the exemption.
• Despite recent injuries and a drop in world ranking, Woods remains a significant draw for the tournament.
• The decision to grant Woods an exemption has sparked debate, with some arguing it should have gone to emerging players.