This latest setback comes after Woods suffered multiple leg and ankle injuries in a car crash at the beginning of 2021, casting doubt on the future of his illustrious career.
However, Woods has shown remarkable resilience, completing over a year of rehabilitation to return to the Masters in 2022, where he finished in an impressive 47th place. Despite making four further appearances over the past 12 months, the 47-year-old was forced to withdraw from both the 2022 US PGA Championship and the 2023 Masters due to recurring pain caused by plantar fasciitis and wet weather conditions.
Despite initial hopes that he may participate in one of the three upcoming majors between May and July, it now seems unlikely. He announced on Wednesday that he underwent a ‘subtalar fusion procedure’ to address arthritis in his right foot, but has not provided any specific details on his rehabilitation timeline.
With the Open Championship just three months away, it remains to be seen when he will make his return to the game. However, one thing is for sure: golf fans everywhere will be eagerly awaiting his next appearance and cheering him on every step of the way.
