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Tiger Woods to play at Torrey Pines, his first PGA Tour event since July


Published on 2025-02-07 22:45:27 - MSN
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  • Tiger Woods committed Friday to playing the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines, returning to one of his favorite venues for his first PGA Tour start since the British Open last July. Woods will be playing
  • and walking
  • 18 holes in competition for the first time since he had a microdiscectomy in September to alleviate pain down

Tiger Woods is set to return to competitive golf at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, marking his first PGA Tour event since July. This event is significant as it is where Woods won his first PGA Tour event in 1996 and also where he secured his 15th major championship in 2008. His participation comes after a series of health setbacks, including ankle surgery following his withdrawal from the Masters in April. Woods has been focusing on recovery and rehabilitation, and his return to Torrey Pines, a course he knows well, is seen as a strategic choice for his comeback. His presence is expected to boost the tournament's profile, with fans and analysts alike eager to see how he performs after his latest recovery.

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