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New Tiger Woods swing videos beg question: When will he return to pro golf?

Tiger Woods was filmed hitting balls in a golf exhibition this week. So when will Tiger make his PGA Tour return? Here’s what we know.

By Dylan Dethier · Golf

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 3:11 PM

Key Things to Know

New videos show Tiger Woods hitting solid iron shots, raising questions about his return to professional golf.
Woods last competed in a professional golf tournament at the Open Championship in July 2024.
Following an October 2025 back surgery and a March DUI arrest, Woods resolved his legal case without jail time.

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Newly released videos showing Tiger Woods hitting smooth iron shots during an exhibition at the TGR Junior Invitational have prompted speculation regarding when he might return to professional golf. Woods has not competed in a professional tournament since missing the cut at the Open Championship in July 2024.

Following a back surgery in late 2025 and the resolution of legal issues stemming from a DUI arrest in March, Woods faces no new injury hindrances. Potential return options for the 15-time major champion include the Hero World Challenge in December, the PNC Championship, or the 2027 Genesis Invitational.

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