Tiger Woods hits balls at Nexus Cup clinic, updates golf game status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Tiger Woods was observed hitting golf balls at the Nexus Cup clinic on September 16, 2026, providing fans with an update on his golf game. Recent rehabilitation followed back surgery at the end of 2025, and Woods had previously aimed for a return at The Masters, but a car accident derailed those plans. He has gradually resumed golfing activities, including chipping and putting, and has been playing competitively again in TGL. Woods expressed optimism about his ability to hit shots, though it's uncertain when he will be able to walk a full course. He may consider playing on the PGA Tour Champions, which would allow him to use a golf cart.
- •Woods performed at the Nexus Cup clinic on September 16, 2026.
- •He underwent back surgery at the end of 2025.
- •He initially aimed to return at The Masters but pulled out due to a car accident.
- •Woods has started hitting balls, chipping, and putting again.
- •His return to competitive golf may depend on walking the course.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Tiger Woods gives update on the current status of his golf game as he’s seen hitting balls again
"Many hoped Tiger Woods would return to competitive play this year. He underwent yet another back surgery at the end of 2025, and Woods targeted The Masters as the event where he’d make his professional return.
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