Overview

• Tiger Woods announced he underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a ruptured left Achilles tendon sustained during training at home.
• The procedure, performed by Dr. Charlton at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Florida, was described as successful, with Woods now focusing on recovery and rehabilitation.
• This injury marks another significant setback in Woods' career, adding to a long list of surgeries and injuries, including six back surgeries, knee issues, and a near-fatal 2021 car crash.
• Woods' absence from the 2025 Masters and likely the entire season has left fans and peers, including Rory McIlroy, questioning whether he can make another competitive return.
• The 15-time major winner, who recently lost his mother, Kultida Woods, has faced compounding personal and physical challenges in recent years, further clouding his future in professional golf.