Tiger Woodsfive-time champion of Augustan Mastersacknowledged on Tuesday that it was clear he would never return to peak form after serious injuries sustained in a road accident in 2021 and that he did not know “how many” Masters he had left, so he was enjoying “the moments ” completely.”
“I don’t know if I can play at this level again. The accident was difficult and I appreciate the fact that I can play. Coming here and playing in Augusta is special. I appreciate the memories that I have, in the competition or practice. A lot has happened to me here and I’m happy to play,” said Woods, who finished 47th in his start last year.
“I can’t compete like I used to, but to continue sharing moments and playing is incredible,” he insisted.
He didn’t hide it and acknowledged that this year could be one of his last appearances at Augusta.
“It entered my mind that this might be my last time. I don’t know how many Masters are left, I just appreciated the moments,” he said.
“Now it’s different, I’ve always liked training, preparing for events. Now it’s much harder, I don’t play many tournaments, but the fun is different, I spend more time with my son, we create memories together, we share Mga moments that I lived with my father. The bond that has been created thanks to this sport is incredible,” he added.
On a physical level, Woods considers that this year he came to Augusta better than in 2022.
“In terms of mobility, I’m not where I want to be. Like I said, I’m lucky to have a leg. It’s been difficult and it will continue to be difficult. I’m working on the fight, even if it’s not going to happen. the same. This is my future, I accept it.” he assured.
“My game is better than last year now. My stamina is better, but it hurts a little more than last year. That’s because until then I haven’t pushed much. I played in February in Los Angeles and now I took some time off. I get hit a lot, my problem is walking forward”, he added.
Tiger will start the Masters this Thursday at 10:18 am Eastern time in the United States (14:18 GMT) with Norwegian Viktor Hovland and Xander Schauffele.
The American golfer, winner of fifteen majors in his career, suffered fractures to the tibia and fibula in his right leg, as well as injuries to the bones in his foot and ankle, which kept him hospitalized for several days at Harbor UCLA hospital. Los Angeles, after a serious road accident experienced in February 2021.
Last year, Woods finished 47th at the Augusta Masters, where he is a five-time champion, retired after three rounds at the PGA Championship and played his final tournament at the British Open.
Source: La Verdad
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