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Tiger Woods expected to make long-awaited return to golf in December after more than two years out

The 15-time major winner has not played a professional event since he missed the cut at The Open in 2024 at Royal Troon due to injury problems and his DUI arrest in Florida in March.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 1:14 AM
Tiger Woods expected to make long-awaited return to golf in December after more than two years out
Key Things to Know
  • Tiger Woods is expected to return to competitive golf on December 27 in the TGL.
  • Woods has been out of professional competition since missing the cut at The Open in 2024.
  • Potential earlier return dates include the Hero World Challenge and the PNC Championship in December.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tiger Woods is expected to return to competitive golf on December 27 for the start of the new TGL season, according to ESPN. The 15-time major champion is slated to represent Jupiter Links Golf Club against Los Angeles Golf Club. Woods has not played in a professional event since missing the cut at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon.

Woods could also potentially return earlier at the Hero World Challenge or the PNC Championship alongside his son Charlie in December. Preparations have ramped up following back surgery and legal issues, with former teammate Kevin Kisner confirming Woods intends to pursue a full playing schedule.

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