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Tiger Woods Returns to Practice After Seventh Back Surgery

1/16/2026

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Tiger Woods is recovering from his seventh back surgery, performed in October 2025, and has started practicing with short and mid irons.
The 50-year-old says he is 'pretty rusty' after being away from competitive golf for a year and a half.
He has not played a full tournament since April 2024 and remains sidelined on the PGA Tour, though he is eligible for the PGA Tour Champions.

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Tiger Woods is recovering from his seventh back surgery, performed in October 2025, and has started practicing with short and mid irons.
The 50-year-old says he is 'pretty rusty' after being away from competitive golf for a year and a half.
He has not played a full tournament since April 2024 and remains sidelined on the PGA Tour, though he is eligible for the PGA Tour Champions.