Tiger Woods to play in TGL final as Masters decision looms

The 15-time major winner will return to live golf action for the first time in over a year.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 4:53am

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Tiger Woods is set to make his return to playing golf in front of a live crowd for the first time in more than a year, as he will compete for his Juniper Link team in the second match of the TGL league's finals at SoFi Center on Tuesday. Woods has not played in an event since the 2024 Open Championship, but has been serving as a cheerleader and coach for his TGL squad this season. His team trails Los Angeles 1-0 in the three-match series after dropping Monday's opener 6-5.

Why it matters

Woods' return to live golf action is a significant event, as the 15-time major champion has been sidelined with injuries for over a year. His participation in the TGL final could be a precursor to a potential return to the Masters tournament, which is just two weeks away.

The details

The TGL announced late Monday night that Woods will play for his Juniper Link team in the second match of the indoor league's finals. His team trails Los Angeles 1-0 in the three-match series after dropping Monday's opener 6-5. Woods has spent the TGL season as a cheerleader and coach for his squad of Max Homa, Tom Kim and Kevin Kisner, but will now join them on the course to try and even the series.

  • Woods has not played in an event since the 2024 Open Championship.
  • The TGL finals match featuring Woods is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2026.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 15-time major champion who is making his return to live golf action for the first time in over a year.

Juniper Link

Woods' team in the TGL league, which also includes players Max Homa, Tom Kim and Kevin Kisner.

Los Angeles

The opposing team in the TGL finals, featuring Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood and Sahith Theegala.

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What they’re saying

“Well, I think that I have been trying to play each and every one of these matches. I've been trying to come back. But it just hasn't worked out that way.”

— Tiger Woods

What’s next

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The takeaway

Tiger Woods' return to live golf action in the TGL finals is a highly anticipated event, as the 15-time major champion looks to make a comeback after over a year of being sidelined with injuries. His participation could be a sign that he is preparing to make a return to the Masters tournament in the near future.