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Tiger Woods Cleared to Chip and Putt After Disc Replacement Surgery

Tiger Woods has admitted that his recovery has taken longer than he expected after his latest back surgery. The 15-time major champion underwent a lumbar disc replacement to address a collapsed L4/L5 disc in his lower back in October.

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Here's everything you need to know about this year's event at Royal Melbourne.

Tiger Woods News / Yardbarker / December 2

Tiger Woods provides grim update on his golf future

Tiger Woods broke his silence and spoke with reporters in The Bahamas ahead of the Hero World Challenge on Tuesday.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / December 2

Tiger Woods eyes potential '27 timeline for revamped PGA schedule

It has been nearly 18 months since Tiger Woods competed in a PGA Tour event. But even in his injury-riddled absence, he has been heavily involved in planning the tour's future.

Keegan Bradley News / CBSSports.com / December 2

Justin Thomas says U.S. fought with Bethpage Black staff over slow greens, but Keegan Bradley blames himself

Thomas takes some of the onus off Keegan Bradley or how the greens were set up at Bethpage Black in September

Golf News / HITC / December 2

Tiger Woods hails Scottie Scheffler for ‘amazing’ feat rarely seen in modern golf

Scottie Scheffler returns to the course this week for the Hero World Challenge, an event put on by Tiger Woods. Scheffler is no stranger to success here, having won back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024.

Tiger Woods News / Field Level Media / December 2

Tiger Woods can chip, putt; no timeline for competitive return

Seven weeks removed from his seventh back surgery is not enough distance for Tiger Woods to provide an accurate measurement of his current physical recovery, or a timeline for his return to golf.

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Gary Player News / HITC / December 2

Gary Player’s quickfire method that promises to end an amateur’s slice in minutes

Few people understand the golf swing as well as Gary Player, whose experience and insight have made him a respected voice in the sport for decades. But what really stands out about this tip from Player is how straightforward it is.

Justin Thomas News / HITC / December 2

Justin Thomas suggests a strange explanation behind his 2024 Presidents Cup omission

Justin Thomas made his way back into the winner’s circle on the PGA Tour in 2025, lifting the RBC Heritage title. That victory ended a three-year spell without a win, and it also earned him a captain’s pick for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in September.

Tom Watson News / HITC / December 2

Tom Watson shares the simple hip shift that makes tricky 40-yard shots feel easy

Every amateur golfer has a shot they dread, but few rank higher than the 40-yard pitch. From that distance, getting the ball up and down, whether out of a bunker or off a tight fairway lie, remains one of the tougher asks for most players.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 1

Laurie Canter turns down PGA to sign with Majesticks GC for 2026

After a top-10 finish on the DP World Tour which earned him a 2026 PGA Tour card, English golfer Laurie Canter has instead decided to return to LIV Golf next season.

Golf News / CBSSports.com / December 1

Justin Thomas says U.S. Ryder Cup team fought with Bethpage Black staff over 'bizarre' slow greens

Thomas takes some of the onus off Keegan Bradley or how the greens were set up at Bethpage Black in September

Golf News / ESPN / December 1

Canter joins LIV Golf after earning PGA Tour card

Laurie Canter, who finished No. 7 on the European tour, has turned down his PGA Tour card to instead join the Majestiks in LIV Golf for the 2026 season.

Fuzzy Zoeller News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Fuzzy Zoeller: A Champion Who Never Forgot How to Smile

The news hit yesterday that Fuzzy Zoeller passed away at age 74, and like so many golf fans who grew up watching him play, I felt like I'd lost someone I knew personally.

Keegan Bradley News / Field Level Media / November 28

Keegan Bradley takes home $2.1M in return of the Skins Game

After the Ryder Cup went awry for Keegan Bradley, a $2.1 million payday at the Skins Game on Friday was a welcome consolation prize. Bradley earned 11

Xander Schauffele News / Golf on ClutchPoints / November 28

Xander Schauffele poses for meme-worthy picture after Skins Game loss

Following a 30-year hiatus, the Skins Game is back, presented by Capital One. The once prestigious event aired live on Amazon Prime on Friday morning from Panther National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Nelly Korda News / Field Level Media / November 28

Nelly Korda announces engagement over social media

Nelly Korda announced her engagement to now-fiance Casey Gunderson over social media on Friday morning. Korda shared nine pictures of the happy couple from a recent photoshoot over Instagram.

Fuzzy Zoeller News / Total Apex Sports / November 27

Fuzzy Zoeller Dead At 74

Frank Urban “Fuzzy” Zoeller Jr., a man whose personality was as colorful as his career was decorated, has died at the age of 74. Known for his folksy charm, a towel in one hand and a smile on his face, Zoeller was a genuine original in a sport that sometimes takes itself a bit too seriously.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / November 27