Tiger Woods joins JT with scouting mission ahead of PGA Championship at Valhalla

Tiger Woods is set to make a comeback in the PGA Championship, aiming to complete all 72 holes for the first time since 2020, where he tied for 37th at TPC Harding Park in San Francisco. His absence in 2021 and 2023, along with a withdrawal in 2022 at Southern Hills after the third round, has kept fans eager for his return.

The news of Woods’ participation at Valhalla came through the @TWLegion X account, a dedicated tracker of Woods’ endeavors. This announcement closely followed Justin Thomas’s visit to the course, adding to the buzz surrounding the event.

Thomas recently shared a picturesque snapshot of Valhalla’s 18th hole on his Instagram, a dogleg par-5 known for its dramatic moments in golf history. Notably, during the 2014 PGA Championship, Rory McIlroy clinched victory by a narrow margin over Phil Mickelson in near darkness, marking McIlroy’s last major win.

However, Valhalla’s legacy extends further back, with Tiger Woods himself being part of its storied history. In 2000, Woods faced stiff competition from Bob May, with both players delivering remarkable performances on the back nine, including memorable birdies on the 18th. Woods ultimately secured victory in a thrilling playoff, cementing his dominance during that era.

Valhalla’s penchant for playoff drama was evident in the 1996 PGA Championship as well. Kenny Perry, a Kentucky native, was poised for victory until Mark Brooks forced a playoff with a clutch birdie on the 18th. Brooks ultimately clinched the Wanamaker Trophy in sudden-death fashion, highlighting the course’s ability to produce nail-biting finishes.

As Woods gears up for the PGA Championship at Valhalla, fans are eager to witness whether this iconic venue will once again witness historic moments on its hallowed grounds.