Tiger Woodsformer world number 1 and winner of 15 world titles grand slamannounced Friday that he underwent surgery to repair a pinched nerve in his lower back, a new operation that raises further doubts about his professional future.
Woods, 48, has not played in an official golf tournament since missing the cut in July at British Open.
“The surgery went well and I hope it helps relieve the back spasms and pain I’ve had for most of the 2024 season,” Tiger wrote on social media.
“I look forward to addressing rehabilitation and preparing to return to normal life activities, including golf,” added Woods, whose statement did not include any predictions about his return to competition. nogram for his return to golf.
Woods last played in the Open Championship in July and left Royal Throne saying that he will play his traditional exhibitions in December, the Hero World Challenge which settles in the Bahamas and the PNC Championship for parents and children playing with their child Charlie.
Woods made his first appearance this season in February at Genesis Invitationalhis Foundation’s tournament, but had to withdraw at the start of the second day due to illness.
Woods made the cut at Masters for a record 24th consecutive appearance, but finished last of the 60 golfers who played over the weekend in Augusta. Then came the missed cuts in the other three Grand Slams of golf, the PGA Championshiphe US Open and the Britishthree tournaments in which he did not achieve a round under par.
Source: La Verdad
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