Tiger Woods looks to be in good shape should he decide to compete in this year’s Masters,
The Post’s Ian O’Connor reported that Woods would once again practice in Augusta, according to his caddie, Joe LaCava. Both LaCava and the Golf Channel’s Brandel Chamblee discussed that the 46-year-old has looked good on the green and shouldn’t be counted out if he plays.
“LaCava said that he expects Tiger to play some this afternoon, and that he likes the way his guy looks.,” O’Connor tweeted,
The tournament, which Woods has previously won five times, does not begin until Thursday and the legendary golfer said it would be a “game-time decision” whether he competes.
Woods, who was severely injured in a car accident last year, was unsure whether he would lose one of his legs following the crash. His return, not only to playing professional golf but simply practicing, has been lengthy.
Woods practiced on the grounds of Augusta National on Sunday. Getty Images
The five-time Masters champion has not competed in a PGA event since November 2020. Getty ImagesChamblee tweeted that the high quality of Woods’ swing is particularly notable due to the nature of his injuries from the car crash.
“That’s a massive turn with the upper body for any tour pro, let alone a 46 year old recovering from a major injury and a history of back trouble. Looks to be clearing and extending beautifully as well. Heard he smoked it today. Extraordinary story if he plays,” Chamblee wrote.
On Sunday, Woods practiced on the grounds of Augusta National and was seen hitting balls, mingling with his possible competitors and playing the back nine.
On Sunday, Woods was spotted mingling with his possible competitors and playing the back nine. Getty Images
The 46-year-old said he would decide closer to the tournament whether he would compete. Getty ImagesThe Stanford product has not played on the PGA Tour since the Masters in November 2020. Since his accident, Woods has only competed in the 36-hole PNC Championship in December with his 13-year-old son Charlie; the pair came in second. In that event, he was allowed to use a cart.



