Tiger Woods has remained largely absent from public life since the car accident he was involved in during March. However, this week he may participate in several Nexus Cup matches in New York, a charitable event with which he is associated.
Woods Spotted Practicing at Liberty National
Today, the Californian was seen hitting balls on the practice range at Liberty National Golf Club. During the clinic he conducted, Woods was asked about the progress of his game. He replied: “I can hit pretty much anything.” Observers noted a very smooth swing during the session.
Extended Absence from Competitive Golf
Woods has not played a competitive round since the 2024 British Open at Royal Troon, marking more than two years away from tournament play. On March 11, 2025, he underwent surgery after rupturing his left Achilles tendon. In October of that same year, he had his seventh back surgery to replace a disc in his lower back.
Previous Setbacks and Legal Issues
A potential return had been considered for the last Masters, until he was involved in an accident that resulted in a five-year driver’s license suspension. The golfer pleaded guilty to reckless driving and to refusing to submit to a legal test following the incident. Before settling his case with the U.S. Justice Department, Woods spent three months in a rehabilitation center in Switzerland.
Speculation Surrounds Baycurrent Classic Appearance
Recently, there has been discussion regarding the possible participation of the 15-time Major winner in the Baycurrent Classic, scheduled for October 8 to 11. The PGA Tour event is held in Japan, and Woods’s image appears on the promotional poster. However, he has not confirmed anything related to a potential return to competition.
