Tiger Woods’ His return to competitive golf was short-lived, lasting only 24 holes at the Genesis Invitational.
Woods withdrew from the tournament Friday after just six holes due to flu-like symptoms.
Rules officials after withdrawing from the tournament due to illness on the sixth hole during the second round of the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, on February 16, 2024 Tiger Woods speaks. (Sean M. Huffey/Getty Images)
Rob McNamara, Woods’ longtime business partner, said: “He had a little fever, which got better during warm-ups, but when he went outside to walk or play, he started feeling dizzy.” he said. pga tour Formal.
“In the end, doctors said he may have some type of flu and was dehydrated. He was treated with an IV bag and was feeling much better. , will soon be released here on its own.”
Tiger Woods takes a tough hit on his return to the PGA Tour: ‘It’s been a while’
On Saturday, Woods admitted he was forced to withdraw due to the flu and expressed disappointment at not being able to continue competing.
“I would like to confirm that I had to decline participation. [The Genesis Invitational] Because of the disease, we are now I know it’s the flu” Woods posted on X. “I’m rested and feeling better. I wish the players the best of luck this weekend. I’m disappointed I can’t take part, but I want to thank them. [Genesis USA] And to all the fans who supported me. ”
Tiger Woods runs off the course on the seventh fairway after withdrawing from the Genesis Invitational due to illness at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, on February 16, 2024. (Gina Ferrazzi/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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of genesis invitational This is Woods’ first official tournament on the PGA Tour since the Masters in April, and the 15-time major champion withdrew in the third round due to worsening plantar fasciitis.
Woods hasn’t just been battling illness since returning to the course.
During the first round, where Woods shot a 1-over 72, he experienced back spasms. On the 18th fairway, Woods shanked his approach shot and rolled it into the trees.
Tiger Woods during the second round of the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California on February 16, 2024. (Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“My back cramped up on the last few holes and I was frozen,” Woods said, according to ESPN. “I came down, and it didn’t move, and I presented [the] I shanked the hosel first. ”
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Woods said Thursday he at least wants to play. 1 tournament Month.
The Associated Press contributed to this report
