Introduction to Tiger Woods’ Injury
Tiger Woods had a less invasive surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon on Tuesday, which will keep him out of the Masters and leaves in question whether he can play in any other major championship the rest of the year.
Woods posted the development on his social media accounts without saying how long he expected to be out or any other details except that the surgery went well.
The Injury and Surgery
“As I began to ramp up my own training and practice at home, I felt a sharp pain in my left Achilles, which was deemed to be ruptured,” Woods said.
He said he had a minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair for a ruptured tendon that the doctor said went smoothly. Such surgeries involve smaller incisions, and the recovery time is quicker. But most recoveries take at least a month before someone can even put weight on their foot.
Recovery Time and Expectations
Two-time Masters champion Bernhard Langer had a tear in his Achilles tendon last year that kept him out for three months.
Dr. Charlton Stucken of the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach performed the surgery and said in the post, “The surgery went smoothly, and we expect a full recovery.”
The Masters is April 10-13.
Impact on Upcoming Tournaments
Woods set the tournament record last year by making the cut for the 24th time in a row. He missed the cut in the other three majors in 2024. The British Open in July was the last time he played against top competition. He played with his son in the 36-hole PNC Championship in December. Woods also has played his TGL indoor circuit, the 18-hole Seminole Pro-Member last week and a round with President Donald Trump a month ago.
Woods entered the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines until withdrawing because he was still processing the Feb. 4 death of his mother, Kultida.
Past Injuries and Surgeries
Woods had a sixth back surgery last September. He had issues with the Achilles tendon before, injuring the left one from hitting a shot at the Masters with an awkward stance. He also cited the left Achilles tendon in withdrawing from The Players Championship in 2011, when he was out for two months.
Woods badly damaged his right leg and ankle in a February 2021 car crash outside Los Angeles.
Conclusion
Tiger Woods’ ruptured Achilles tendon and subsequent surgery have cast a shadow over his participation in the upcoming Masters and other major championships. While the surgery was deemed successful, the road to recovery will be long, and it remains to be seen when Woods will return to competitive golf.
FAQs
- Q: What injury did Tiger Woods suffer from?
A: Tiger Woods suffered from a ruptured Achilles tendon. - Q: What surgery did Tiger Woods undergo?
A: Tiger Woods underwent a minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair surgery. - Q: How long will Tiger Woods be out of commission?
A: The exact duration of Tiger Woods’ recovery is unknown, but most recoveries from similar surgeries take at least a month before the patient can put weight on their foot. - Q: Will Tiger Woods participate in the Masters?
A: No, Tiger Woods will not participate in the Masters due to his injury and surgery. - Q: What is the expected outcome of Tiger Woods’ surgery?
A: The doctor expects a full recovery from the surgery.
