Woods targets Masters after TGL comeback

Woods eyes Augusta return after comeback

Tiger Woods has revealed he is “trying to play” in the Masters after making his long-awaited return to competitive golf in the innovative TGL.

The 50-year-old returned after more than a year out, following back surgery in October, as his team Jupiter Links GC lost the TGL final.

First appearance in over a year

Woods’ comeback came in the TGL finale:

• First competitive outing since February 2025
• Showed encouraging signs physically
• Hit drives of 300+ yards
• Jupiter Links lost 9-2 to Los Angeles Golf Club

Despite the defeat, the key takeaway was clear: Woods is back competing.

“This body doesn’t recover like before”

Woods was honest about the challenge ahead:

“This body doesn’t recover like it did when I was 24 or 25… but I keep trying – I want to play.”

After multiple surgeries and injuries in recent years, his participation now depends entirely on recovery between rounds.

Masters dream still alive

The legendary American has a deep connection with the The Masters:

• 5-time champion
• Augusta debut at age 19
• Calls it one of the most meaningful tournaments of his life

The 2026 Masters begins on 9 April at Augusta National

Woods confirmed he will attend “either way”, but playing remains uncertain.

What happened in the TGL final?

Woods’ team started well but collapsed late:

• Led early in the match
• Missed a crucial short putt
• Opponents responded with three straight eagles

“We got our ass kicked at the end,” Woods admitted bluntly.

The loss aside, his physical condition was the biggest positive:

“It was fine physically.”

Final thought

This isn’t about results — it’s about possibility.

If Woods’ body holds up:

• A Masters return would be one of golf’s biggest stories
• Even a competitive appearance at Augusta would be historic

The question is no longer if he can play golf again —

but whether his body can handle four days at Augusta