NASSAU, Bahamas – Rounds of 69-68 at the Hero World Challenge suggest, at least anecdotally, that Tiger Woods is ready to compete again on the PGA Tour, but there may be a much more important test this week.
How Woods’ surgically fused lower back would withstand 72 holes was arguably the biggest unknown this week at Albany, and after two days the results are encouraging.
“No issues at all, none,” he said when asked how his body is holding up. “That's one of the reasons I went out and played nine straight days before. My body's accustomed to playing.