Tiger Woods, the iconic golf star, is facing a dilemma as he contemplates retirement following his withdrawal from the Genesis Invitational due to illness. Despite attempting a comeback to golf after nearly a year-long hiatus to recover from muscular injuries, Woods finds himself grappling with the decision to retire, primarily due to his commitment to his burgeoning Sun Day Ruddy clothing line.
Having endured 24 holes on Friday, February 16, Woods now hesitates to continue in the sport. However, the necessity to support his clothing line, particularly after losing his Nike sponsorship, compels him to persevere despite his physical limitations.
A source close to Woods revealed to the Daily Mail, “If Tiger could retire, he would. His body is beat up, but for his brand, he still needs to make and keep appearances and make a go at it.” Despite his desire to retire, Woods recognizes the importance of maintaining his brand and revenue streams, which includes pushing through physical pain for exposure and business success.
Woods’ journey back to the green has been fraught with challenges. After a triumphant return in 2019 with a win at the Masters, his career took a drastic turn in 2021 when he was involved in a serious car accident, resulting in multiple fractures and significant physical trauma. Since then, his attempted comebacks have been marred by injuries and setbacks, exemplified by his recent withdrawal from the Genesis Invitational due to flu-like symptoms and dehydration.
Now aged 48, Woods, a 15-time major winner, finds himself grappling with the toll that years of physical strain have taken on his body. Despite his illustrious career and the desire to retire, Woods remains committed to supporting his brand and continuing his presence in the golfing world, albeit against significant physical odds.