Genesis Invitational: Tiger Woods shoots 69 in his first non-major PGA Tour event since October 2020

Tiger Woods finishes with flourish at Genesis Invitational on long-awaited PGA Tour return

The 15-time major champion, making his first competitive appearance since last summer, signed for 2-under

Genesis Invitational: Tiger Woods shoots 69 in his first non-major PGA Tour event since October 2020

Tiger Woods said he was trying to stay calm throughout his first round at the Genesis Invitational on Thursday, where he posted a two-under-par 69 in his first non-major PGA Tour event since October 2020. Woods has competed on a limited basis since a 2021 car crash almost cost him a leg, featuring in the field for the Masters, PGA Championship and the Open last year.

Photos | Tiger Woods competes at the Genesis Invitational

Photos of Tiger Woods back on the fairway in the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club after a seven-month hiatus from the PGA Tour.

Tiger Woods finishes first round back with three birdies at Genesis Invitational

Tiger Woods marked his return to competitive action with a closing trio of birdies as he carded 69 during the first round of the Genesis Invitational.

Herbert six shots off the pace after Genesis Invitational opening round

Lucas Herbert starts the second round of the Genesis Invitational six shots off the lead after an opening...

Tiger Woods finishes first round back with three straight birdies in California

The tournament host was five strokes back from co-leaders Max Homa and Keith Mitchell at Riviera Country Club.