Woods, who underwent a back procedure in September, said he was “disappointed” by not being able to compete this year at the star-studded Hero World Challenge.

Tiger Woods declared that his body is not ready for prime time and will not play in the Bahamas at the Hero World Challenge next week. It's not a surprise considering Woods's announcement in September that he underwent a successful micro decompression surgery in his lower back to alleviate spasms that hindered him in 2024.

On Monday afternoon, Tiger Woods announced on social media that he will not compete in the upcoming Hero World Challenge, his annual bash in the Bahamas. “I am disappointed that I will not be able to compete this year at the Hero World Challenge, but always look forward to being tournament host,” he wrote.