(VitalNews.org) – Facing another setback in his legendary career, Tiger Woods has suffered a new tragedy after rupturing his Achilles tendon while training at home.
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The golfing icon underwent successful surgery but will miss the Masters and likely all major championships this year.
His continued health struggles raise serious questions about the future of one of America’s greatest sports heroes.
Woods experienced a “sharp pain” in his left Achilles during training at his Jupiter, Florida home.
The 49-year-old golf legend immediately underwent evaluation, which confirmed the Achilles tendon rupture that required surgical intervention.
“As I began to ramp up my own training and practice at home, I felt a sharp pain in my left Achilles, which was deemed to be ruptured,” Woods stated in his announcement of the injury.
Dr. Charlton Stucken performed the minimally invasive procedure at the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, Florida.
“The surgery went smoothly, and we expect a full recovery,” Dr. Stucken stated following the procedure.
According to medical reports, this approach typically involves smaller incisions and promises a quicker recovery than traditional methods.
However, patients cannot put weight on the affected foot for at least a month following surgery.
“I am back home now and plan to focus on my recovery and rehab, thank you all for the support,” Woods shared.
While the surgery reportedly went well, no definitive timeline has been established for his return to competitive golf.
This injury adds to Woods’ extensive medical history, which includes multiple back surgeries, previous Achilles issues, and the devastating 2021 car crash that nearly resulted in the amputation of his right leg.
Since that accident, Woods has competed in just nine tournaments, missing the cut in three of four majors last season while finishing a disappointing 60th at the Masters.
Some medical experts offer hope, pointing to fellow golfer Bernhard Langer who suffered a similar Achilles injury but returned to competition just three months after surgery.
However, Langer did not face the extensive catalog of previous injuries that continue to plague Woods.
Fellow golfer Rory McIlroy expressed sympathy for Woods’ situation, stating:
“It sucks. He doesn’t have much luck when it comes to injuries and his body. Obviously he was trying to ramp up to get ready for Augusta, and Achilles surgeries obviously aren’t fun. Hoping he’s in good spirits and hoping he’s doing okay.”
Woods has not played in a PGA Tour event since The Open Championship last summer, where he missed the cut.
His competitive appearances have been extremely limited, although he did participate in four TGL matches this season and played in the PNC Championship in December using a cart.
The question now facing golf fans nationwide is whether they are witnessing the final chapter of one of the greatest careers in sports history.
Despite the physical setbacks and advancing age, Woods has never given up pursuing Jack Nicklaus’ record of 18 major championships.
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