Tiger Woods, a 15-time major winner, has been a familiar face in his TGL team’s first three matches. However, fans won’t see him in action this Tuesday night when Jupiter Links faces off against the Bay Golf Club.
Last Tuesday marked Woods’ return to competition following the passing of his mother, Kultida. Reflecting on that experience, he confessed that making the drive back was quite emotional. “I struggled driving down here,” Woods stated. “I hadn’t swung a club since playing with the President. I’ve had to push everything aside. It was difficult to come here and revisit those moments—my mom watching proudly as Charlie drove her. Those are cherished memories. It’s been a challenging journey.”
Recently, he was asked about his plans for debuting in this PGA Tour season. Woods was candid in explaining that golf isn’t a priority right now. “Golf hasn’t been on my mind lately, and it won’t be for a bit,” he shared.
Despite Woods being a major attraction for TGL, his involvement in some of its most talked-about moments hasn’t gone unnoticed. He was the first in TGL history to encounter a shot-clock penalty, and just last week, he humorously used a 56-degree wedge for a 199-yard shot after mishearing the distance.
With Woods stepping aside, Jupiter Links—currently not in the TGL playoff race—will field Kevin Kisner, Tom Kim, and Max Homa against the unbeaten Bay team. Shane Lowry, Wyndham Clark, and Min Woo Lee will represent the Bay, while Ludvig Aberg will sit this one out.
As TGL advances through its inaugural season, it’s gaining traction with impressive agility and adaptability, even as it works to refine its offering. Overall, it’s been a promising start.
Woods’ future appearances remain uncertain. He expressed a desire to increase his playtime before the Masters, yet understandably, after his mother’s unexpected passing, golf isn’t his immediate focus.
He won’t compete at this week’s Cognizant Classic at the Palm Beaches. However, he may consider participating in the Arnold Palmer Invitational next week or the Players Championship in two weeks. Meanwhile, the countdown to the 2025 Masters is on, with just 45 days to go.
