Tiger Woods Hints at Potential Golf Comeback on SiriusXM Radio

Tiger Woods hints at imminent competitive return

The 15-time major winner provided the update during a public appearance on Tuesday, Nov. 10, while speaking to SiriusXM’s PGA Tour Radio.

Woods, 50, addressed his status ahead of the Hero World Challenge, a limited-field event he hosts annually in the Bahamas.

“I’m feeling better. No doubt about that. I’ve been training quite a bit. I will be at the Hero,” Woods said through laughter in brief comments. “I’m there either way, so I’ll see you there.”

While Woods’ comments lean toward a comeback, his specific role in the December tournament remains unconfirmed. He is not currently listed in the Hero field, which has 20 players.

Potential December comeback window

The Hero World Challenge is scheduled for Dec. 3-6. Tournament organizers have left three spots open in the 20-golfer field for exemptions.

Tiger Woods Hints at Potential Golf Comeback on SiriusXM Radio — Photo: ESPN

Beyond the Bahamas, other December dates are surfacing in the conversation.

The PNC Championship is a 36-hole, two-person scramble. ESPN noted that Woods would be permitted to use a cart during the event, which could alleviate some of the physical strain on his body.

Medical history and recent setbacks

Woods has not competed since the TGL finals in December, according to ESPN. He has faced several physical and personal challenges over the last two years that prevented his return to the course.

Tiger Woods says he's "feeling better" and has been training quite a bit. "I will be at Hero [World Challenge]. I'm there either way, so I'll see you there!" Could we see Tiger on the course at the Hero in less than a month? pic.twitter.com/4ojh3hW9Rv

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In March 2025, Woods ruptured his Achilles tendon while training at home. This was followed by a seventh career back surgery. Woods announced in October 2025 that he underwent disc replacement surgery on his lumbar spine, marking his second spinal procedure in about a year after undergoing microdecompression surgery in September 2024.

The 50-year-old has not competed on the PGA Tour since missing the cut at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland.

The recovery process was further complicated by a March 2026 incident on Jupiter Island, Florida. Following a single-vehicle rollover crash on March 27, Woods faced a DUI charge. He subsequently spent time in an inpatient rehab facility in Switzerland.

Last month, Woods reached a plea deal in a Martin County, Florida, courthouse, where he pleaded no contest to charges of willful wanton reckless driving and refusal to submit to a lawful test. As part of the agreement, his driver’s license was suspended for five years.

Woods considers joining the Champions Tour in 2027

There is speculation regarding a potential move to the Champions Tour in 2027.

Two-time Schwab Cup champion Steven Alker told Golfweek at a media day at Phoenix Country Club on Nov. 2 that Woods “seriously wants to come out” and is looking at marquee events. “He wants to come out and play, and in particular, I think the big events, like the invitationals or Stricker’s event and the Furyk event,” Alker said.

He added, “I seriously think he’ll come out if he gets fit and in the right mind.” Alker noted Woods likely wants to target the U.S. Senior Open to add to his championship tally.

Event	Date
Hero World Challenge	Dec. 3-6, 2026
PNC Championship	Dec. 19-20, 2026
TGL Season Opener	Dec. 27, 2026

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