It’s always a good feeling to say that Tiger Woods is playing golf but after initially getting us all excited about his return, Woods has now pulled out of the Genesis Invitational.
Woods had confirmed he will play in the Genesis Invitational as he looks to once again mount a comeback of sorts and get some reps in ahead of the majors but after the passing of his mother, Woods has now u-turned.
With many believing Woods’ days are behind him and this being another withdrawal, it further reduces the possibility of win number 83.
Indeed, after Billy Foster had spoken of Woods knowing he needs to play more to win, the Genesis would have been a good chance for Woods to put himself through a test of endurance.
However, while it’s always exciting to see Woods back on the fairways, his last few outings on the PGA Tour hardly instilled confidence.
Tiger Woods’ last PGA Tour score as he withdraws from The Genesis Invitational
Outside of the four majors – which Woods played in all four of in 2024 – this would have actually been the first time Woods has played on the PGA Tour since the Genesis in 2024.
That means Woods is averaging just one event every three months in that period, and given he was cut from three of the four majors and finished 60th at the Masters, expectations will be low.
Worryingly for Woods as well, when he did play in the Genesis in 2024, he withdrew after just the one round after shooting a commendable 72.
Going back further into the 2022/23 season, Woods played even less, with the Masters his only major.
He managed to once again play the Genesis – finishing 45th – but he did manage an 18th place in the Hero World Challenge.
Of course, we saw Woods play well with Charlie in December of 2024, while he’s also shown signs in the TGL of his old self.
The Genesis, then, could well be Woods’ last chance to really make a mark in a PGA Tour event.
Tiger Woods’ record at Torrey Pines means a win is possible
Nobody in golf has won more at Torrey Pines than Tiger Woods so there was definitely some believability to him being able to win this weekend.
Sadly and understandably, Woods has decided to withdraw and it remains to be seen when we’ll next see the 15-time major winner in action.
Woods did reportedly play with Donald Trump at the weekend but in fairness, there is a difference between a friendly round and a competitive tournament.
Hopefully, Woods can use his situation as fuel to continue and in 2025, finally deliver a positive result on the course.
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