New Tiger Woods swing videos beg question: When will he return to pro golf?

Tiger Woods has returned to the public eye, participating in an exhibition following the TGR Junior Invitational at Pebble Beach. Footage released by TGR Live shows Woods hitting clean iron shots with a swing that appears solid and pain-free. As reported by Kevin Cunningham for GOLF.com, this marks the first time Woods has been seen swinging a club publicly since undergoing back surgery in October 2025. Although he aimed to return for the 2026 Masters, a DUI incident in March stalled his plans. Fortunately, Woods was uninjured in the crash, meaning no new physical ailment is hindering his comeback. In September, Woods resolved his legal situation with a plea deal, avoiding jail time. Speculation now surrounds his return to the PGA Tour. Potential venues for his comeback include the Hero World Challenge in December, the PNC Championship, the Genesis Invitational in February 2027, or the Masters. Additionally, having turned 50, Woods is now eligible for the PGA Tour Champions, or he could target the Open Championship at St. Andrews. The ultimate question remains whether Woods, despite his long history of injuries, desires a return to professional golf.