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Scheffler Leads Hero World Challenge Amid Woods’ Absence

12/5/2025

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The 2025 Hero World Challenge is underway at Albany Golf Course in the Bahamas, featuring 20-man field for $5 million purse.
Scottie Scheffler (PGA Tour) leads after the first round with seven-under, aiming for his third consecutive title.
Akshay Bhatia made an eagle, with Keegan Bradley and Andrew Novak posting strong starts.
Tiger Woods is absent due to back surgery, but chairs Future Competitions Committee to optimize PGA Tour's structure.

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Story summary

The 2025 Hero World Challenge is underway at Albany Golf Course in the Bahamas, featuring 20-man field for $5 million purse.
Scottie Scheffler (PGA Tour) leads after the first round with seven-under, aiming for his third consecutive title.
Akshay Bhatia made an eagle, with Keegan Bradley and Andrew Novak posting strong starts.
Tiger Woods is absent due to back surgery, but chairs Future Competitions Committee to optimize PGA Tour's structure.