Tiger Woods NOT Yet Okay? Golfer Shares Update on 2022 US Open Appearance
Tiger Woods shared his plans for the upcoming 2022 US Open.
Following his near-death crash, Woods recently made a comeback in the PGA Championship in Oklahoma in May. At that time, he came up short in the tournament and failed to score a place.
He carded a six-over-par 78 and finished with the same score on 13-over.
Still, fans of the World's No. 1 are hopeful that he will make a triumphant return soon.
But Woods made it clear that it would not happen at the 2022 US Open.
On Twitter, the legendary golfer revealed that he would be taking a break in the upcoming event to allow his body to continue to heal from the car crash last year.
"I previously informed the USGA that I will not be competing in the @usopengolf as my body needs more time to get stronger for major championship golf. I do hope and plan to be ready to play in Ireland at @JPProAm and at @TheOpen next month. I'm excited to get back out there soon!" he said.
His announcement earned mixed reactions, as some thought his break was expected while others assumed he was back for good.
It is worth noting that ESPN reported that he did not appear like he was dealing with pain while at the 104th PGA Championship.
Although the recent decision made fans worry, they still hold on to Woods' promise to fulfill more career goals soon, including becoming the oldest person to win the Masters.
Tiger Woods' Performance Still Impressive
Amid the need for continuous rest, Woods purportedly showed positive signs in the past months.
Orthopedic surgeon and sports health expert of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Kirk Campbell, said that the athlete showed his enthusiasm despite the injuries he suffered from the crash.
"He had a very, very severe injury to that right lower high extremity, multiple surgeries, very tough rehab. This just goes to show his will and determination to kind of rehab from such a terrible injury. Just looking at him play yesterday [Thursday], I was thoroughly impressed," he told PEOPLE.
Woods had urgent orthopedic care at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center before he was transferred to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He sustained multiple leg injuries from the crash.
Despite his upcoming absence, Woods already confirmed his attendance at the 150th Open Championship at St. Andrews, Scotland, in July.
