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Tiger Woods set to play in the Hero World Challenge

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9 years ago

Oct 30, 2017

Tiger Woods announced on Twitter on Monday that he has accepted his own invitation to play in the Hero World Challenge on November 30 at Albany, Bahamas.

I’d like to thank the committee of 1 for picking myself and Daniel Berger to play in this years #HeroWorldChallenge. https://t.co/z5tn5aARUY

— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) October 30, 2017

After a nine-month hiatus from competitive golf that included a spinal fusion — his fourth back operation — and infamous legal issues, Woods will make his return to golf at the tournament in which he hosts. The 18-man field is currently set to include the top-4 players in the Official World Golf Rankings (Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Hideki Matsuyama and Justin Thomas). Daniel Berger, ranked No. 27 in the OWGR, is the lowest ranked player aside from Woods, who is currently ranked No. 1180.

“I am excited to return to competitive golf at the Hero World Challenge,” Woods said in an announcement. “Albany is the perfect setting and it will be great to join this outstanding field. I want to thank Pawan Munjal and Hero MotoCorp for their continued support of this tournament and my foundation. I would also like to thank the fans for their unwavering support during my injury.”

The last time Woods teed it up in competition, he withdrew from the Dubai Desert Classic after an opening-round 77. More recently, Woods has been showing off his post-surgery swing on Instagram, and we spotted him using new, Nike-made “TGR” prototype irons during a clinic.

How do you think Woods will fare in his return to golf at the Hero World Challenge?

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18 Comments

Howie

Nov 2, 2017 at 2:05 am

Looking at his photo, he looks like an old shagged out tigger plush toy …… he should wait until he qualifies for the seniors tour. Poor ol tigger all worn out.

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Robert Parsons

Nov 1, 2017 at 12:48 pm

He better wear the Red/Black on Thursday or he won’t be able to use the outfit at all.

Nobody withdraws like we do. Period.

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PJGWILLIAMS

Nov 1, 2017 at 2:50 am

Don’t care. He won’t finish last though. Great for the game to have him back in any capacity. Hoping he can play on for at least 5 years and retire on his own terms

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Dave

Oct 31, 2017 at 1:33 pm

Where did he try to write “Eldrick”? BTW he’ll finish 18th.

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Donnie

Oct 31, 2017 at 1:41 am

Eye of the Tiger
Survivor
————————
Rising up, back on the street
Did my time, took my chances
Went the distance, now I’m back on my feet
Just a man and his will to survive
————–
So many times it happens too fast
You trade your passion for glory
Don’t lose your grip on the dreams of the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
————-
It’s the eye of the tiger
It’s the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the tiger
——————-
Face to face, out in the heat
Hanging tough, staying hungry
They stack the odds still we take to the street
For the kill with the skill to survive
———————-
It’s the eye of the tiger
It’s the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the tiger
———————
Rising up, straight to the top
Had the guts, got the glory
Went the distance, now I’m not gonna stop
Just a man and his will to survive
—————
It’s the eye of the tiger
It’s the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the tiger
———————–
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger

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Tommy

Oct 31, 2017 at 12:23 am

Just so you don’t have to look it up, the Hero Challenge takes place between 11/30-12/3

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Anthony

Oct 30, 2017 at 11:32 pm

So if “Bones” is on his bag, he might just stand a chance??? lol

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Donnie

Oct 30, 2017 at 8:46 pm

Tiger will win because all the other pros will tank…… just to get Tiger back on the Tour to suck in the duffer tv audience and to spike equipment sales for everybody. Tiger is golfs last hope….

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- C.B.
  
  Oct 31, 2017 at 3:02 am
  
  I thought we told you to leave….. this… place…. with them… dots? We know it’s you, you just love them dotssss…… don’t….. you? Loser
  
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  - UYNWARH
    
    Oct 31, 2017 at 3:31 pm
    
    I’m the dot man…….damn mook
    
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  - Howie Felderzup
    
    Oct 31, 2017 at 3:42 pm
    
    And while your at It C.B., why don’t you just hide under a bridge and take to throwing rocks at cars. Troll aLeRT!!!
    
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    - C.B.
      
      Nov 2, 2017 at 2:08 am
      
      At least I have a proper avatar
      
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Travis

Oct 30, 2017 at 7:57 pm

Hank Haney was the first to call this on his PGA Tour radio station. Gotta give him props to the shoutout!

Can’t wait to see Tiger back.

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GolfWRX’s Father’s Day Gift Guide (2026)

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Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

A reminder from your friends at GolfWRX: Father’s Day is June 21. And as we do every year, we’re rounding up the best gifts for dad.

As we say every year, there’s no better golf-related Father’s Day gift than a round of golf with pops. Be it a country club or your favorite muni, take the time to get together to play 18 if you can.

Let’s get to the gifts.

Ghost Golf Qualifier Diamond Polo

We like the new polos that Ghost is offering, as the fabric and fit are so good. These new Qualifier Collection polos breathe well, are lightweight, stretch with your swing, and of course look great. You can wear them on the course, in the office, or just out at a casual event and they will fit right in.

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STR8-Strip Grip Tape Remover

If your dad is an equipment aficionado and tinkers with his clubs, this tool works wonders. Removing grip tape has never been easier, just put a little head on the tape and the STR8-Strip peals it right off the shaft without any damage.

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Why Golf: Putting Thing

When it comes to practice, it is good to have a purpose. This “Putting Thing” sure does it. We know from personal experience how challenging it can be and how rewarding it is on the practice green. This also provides some competition for your kiddo to see who will unload the dishwasher or do the next chore around the house.

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OluKai Lae‘ahi Men’s Breathable Slip-On Shoes

Riding to and from the course in style and comfort is always a good thing. If you’re in a hurry, it’s a nice feature to slide into your shoes and get to the tee time. For the post-game shoe, at your locker or while putting your clubs away in the car. Nice to slide into a shoe that looks good anywhere. Pair that with meeting the family for dinner, no need to change!

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Therabody Theragun Relief

A little wellness goes a long way. Keeping loose is a good way to go when it comes to the weekend game or treatment during the week. If there is a little ache or pain, the Theragun is there to help out. Help loosen up the back for a pre-game warm-up or cool-down.

Buy here.

World Cup golf apparel

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FootJoy Pro SL spikeless golf shoes

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Buy here.

Bushnell Wingman 2 GPS speaker

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Personalized Titleist Pro V1 golf balls

The No. 1 ball in golf is a safe bet, and the Pro V1 fits the largest chunk of the bell curve if you don’t know what ball pops plays. Add personalization for a, well, personal touch!

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It’s always interesting to see what the guys are playing on the KFT, and this week certainly hasn’t disappointed so far, with some incredible wedge stamping on display.

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: Scotty Cameron GOLO 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition

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Will Schube

At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @HuskerFlyer is sharing a Scotty Cameron GOLO with a BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition shaft. While the putter is certainly enviable, the Augusta-inspired shaft is equally noteworthy.

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Scotty Cameron Golo 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition Scotty Headcover 34″ $375

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