Tiger Woods has expressed his determination to continue playing professional golf as he prepares for a comeback at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.
Having been sidelined due to injury since withdrawing from the Masters in April, the 15-time major winner underwent fusion surgery on his ankle. Woods, now 47, emphasized that he will stay in the game as long as he believes he can compete at a winning level.
Woods is eager to return, stating that he loves the competition and camaraderie with fellow golfers. Reflecting on his recent surgery, he acknowledged the difficulty of the recovery process but is optimistic about being on the positive side now.
The golf icon, who has not played a full 18 holes since the surgery, decided to return after caddying for his son Charlie at a junior event. Woods admitted his game feels rusty, but he is excited to compete again.
The Hero World Challenge, a 20-player invitational, will feature other golf stars and provides Woods with a platform to assess his readiness for a more active schedule in 2024.
Despite acknowledging other body parts bearing the load, Woods considers the ankle surgery a success, highlighting the absence of the pain he experienced during the Masters. The tournament marks a significant step in Woods’ return journey, and he aims to play one event per month in the coming year.
By BBC Sports
