Tiger Woods looks likely to miss the entire major season after rupturing his Achilles.
The golfing legend was expected to tee it up at the Masters in April due to an extended break from PGA Tour action following the death of his mother.
But Woods is now doubtful for all four majors in 2025 – including The Open at Royal Portrush in July – with an injury that typically requires a minimum of four to six months’ recovery.
“As I began to ramp up my own training and practice at home, I felt a sharp pain in my left Achilles, which was deemed to be ruptured,” Woods wrote on social media.
“This morning, Dr. Charlton Stucken of Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, Florida performed a minimally-invasive Achilles tendon repair for a ruptured tendon.
“I am back home now and plan to focus on my recovery and rehab, thank you for all the support.”
Dr. Stucken added: “The surgery went smoothly, and we expect a full recovery.”
It is the latest devastating blow for Woods, who had only just recovered from his sixth back operation in September 2024.
That followed a lengthy period on the sidelines after ankle fusion surgery in April 2023.
The 49-year-old, who struggled with injuries throughout his glory days, continues to battle the impacts of a near-fatal car accident in 2021.
More to follow.
