In his first round of competitive golf in 301 days, Tiger Woods finished with a three-under 69 at the 2017 Hero World Challenge on Thursday.
Woods last played Feb. 2 in the first round of the Dubai Desert Classic when he shot a 77. The 41-year-old withdrew from the tournament the following day due to back spasms that later required surgery to alleviate the pain.
Woods wasted no time testing his surgically repaired back with this tee shot on the 423-yard first hole:
Any doubts about Woods' ability to crush the ball were squashed within the first three holes.