Tiger Woods Officially listed in next month’s Masters field

Tiger Woods, the legendary golfer and five-time winner of the Augusta National event, has officially been named in the field for the upcoming 2024 edition set to take place in April. The announcement, made on the official Masters website, comes as a relief to fans who were concerned about Woods’ participation following his withdrawal from last month’s Genesis Invitational due to influenza. Since then, Woods has been absent from the PGA Tour, raising doubts about his readiness for the Masters.

Speculations arose when Woods did not appear at both The Players Championship and the Valspar Championship, events where his presence was anticipated. Despite his absence, Woods had previously expressed intentions of playing in various tournaments throughout 2024, aiming for a consistent schedule of one event per month. However, his decision to skip these tournaments came as a surprise to many, especially considering his ambitious plans outlined prior to last year’s Hero World Challenge.

With the Masters approaching, Woods’ decision to forgo other tournaments suggests that his focus is squarely on Augusta National. Although he has never participated in the Houston Open, which precedes the Masters, Woods’ history of skipping this event indicates that his next appearance will likely be at the Masters.

Despite his limited competitive action leading up to the Masters, there is cautious optimism regarding Woods’ performance. His recent participation in the Seminole Pro-Member event suggests that he is steadily progressing in his recovery from a subtalar fusion procedure on his right ankle, which he underwent following his withdrawal from the 2023 Masters.

As Woods prepares to compete at a Major where he has tasted victory five times, including his most recent win in 2019, expectations remain high. His return to the Masters will mark his third consecutive appearance at the event since his comeback in 2022, following a year-long hiatus due to a car accident. With determination and a storied history at Augusta National, Woods aims to add another memorable chapter to his illustrious career.