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Tiger Woods Undergoes Seventh Back Surgery, Future Uncertain

10/14/2025

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Tiger Woods underwent his seventh back surgery on October 10, 2025, a lumbar disc replacement by Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
He expressed optimism that he made a good decision for his health.
He has not competed since rupturing his Achilles tendon this year and has not set a return date, raising questions about his future at Hero World Challenge and PNC Championship.

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Tiger Woods underwent his seventh back surgery on October 10, 2025, a lumbar disc replacement by Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
He expressed optimism that he made a good decision for his health.
He has not competed since rupturing his Achilles tendon this year and has not set a return date, raising questions about his future at Hero World Challenge and PNC Championship.