US EditionTiger Woods Isn't Ruling Out a Return to the Masters. Ryder Cup Captaincy Also Uncertain
- Speaking at Riviera Country Club before the Genesis Invitational, Tiger Woods said on Feb. 17, 2026, he had not ruled out competing in the Masters starting April 9 at Augusta National.
- After multiple operations, Woods' recovery timeline shows a lumbar disc replacement in October 2025 and a ruptured Achilles tendon repair in March 2025 sidelined him through the 2025 season.
- Training updates show a shift from short game work to full swings as Woods has progressed from chipping and putting to full shots despite back soreness.
- Woods spends hours shaping the PGA Tour schedule as committee chair and said he has not decided about captaining Team USA at the 2027 Ryder Cup due to time and recovery demands.
- Considering the Champions Tour, Woods, age 50, said he would consider using a cart there, which could influence the Masters field and broader golf planning.
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Tiger Woods eyes Masters return, future Ryder Cup captain role amid back surgery rehab
In less than two months, Tiger Woods could tee it up again at historic Augusta National. The five-time Masters champion did not rule out a return to the major after skipping it last year. When reporters asked Tuesday if he could compete at the Masters in April, Woods replied without elaboration, "No."Woods made the cut at the Masters for a record 24th time in a row in 2024. He is leaving the door open despite recovering from his seventh back sur…
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The Independent (US)Tiger Woods insists Masters appearance is not ‘off the table’
The 15-time major champion had disc replacement surgery in October and turned 50 in December.
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