Tiger Woods Undergoes Surgery for Ruptured Achilles Tendon, Uncertain Future Ahead
Tiger Woods announced he had surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon, putting his participation in the Masters and other major championships this year in jeopardy.
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Woods has undergone numerous surgeries over the past several years, and even had one as recently as September 2024, when he underwent back surgery.
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Woods has been beset by injury problems in recent times but also tore his right achilles in 2008.
Tiger Woods all but certain to miss Masters after rupturing achilles at home
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Yet another injury would seem likely to keep him out of the Masters and perhaps other major championships this year.
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Woods' already bleak future somehow looks even more ominous.
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Tiger Woods says he ruptured his Achilles tendon, an injury that will keep him out of the Masters
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Summary
Tiger Woods recently underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon that will likely keep him out of the Masters Tournament and other major championships this year. The minimally invasive procedure was deemed a success by his doctor, but recovery times typically exceed a month. Woods reported feeling sharp pain while training at home, leading to the diagnosis and subsequent surgery. His future in the sport remains uncertain, continuing a challenging period marked by injuries, including previous surgeries and diminished performances in major events over recent years.
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