Tiger Woods recently announced that he will be taking a break from golf following a back surgery he underwent in October. This surgery marks the seventh one on his back and the third major operation in the past two years, with previous surgeries on his Achilles and ankle.

Despite his earlier successes, including winning the Masters in 2019 after an 11-year gap, Woods has been struggling with injuries. He hosted his annual Hero World Challenge golf tournament in the Bahamas but acknowledged that a return to competitive play is still a distant prospect.

While joking about his potential comeback schedule, Woods emphasized the need to focus on his recovery first before planning his return to the sport. He mentioned that he was recently cleared to resume chipping and putting after six weeks of limited activity due to the disc replacement surgery.

Looking ahead, Woods is eyeing a significant milestone in the PGA record books, aiming to surpass Sam Snead’s record of 82 tournament wins. Notah Begay III, a close friend of Woods, pointed out that one of the main challenges for Woods post-surgery is simply being able to walk the course comfortably.

Woods remains optimistic about his rehabilitation process and is gradually increasing his training regimen to strengthen his back. His ultimate goal is to return to competitive golf once he feels fully prepared physically and mentally.