Tiger Woods may be dealing with a torn Achilles tendon, but his spirits are high and he has been staying in touch with friend Fred Couples through text messages. Couples, who is currently playing in the Hoag Classic, shared a video on the PGA Tour Champions X account revealing that he has been in contact with Woods and that despite his injury, Woods is in great spirits. Woods has been recovering since undergoing surgery on his left Achilles tendon that he ruptured while training at home. This injury adds to a series of physical setbacks Woods has faced, including his most recent back surgery in September of the previous year.
Despite these challenges, Couples mentioned that Woods’ texts have been positive and lively, touching on various topics including golf and Tiger’s daughter Sam. Recent excitement for Woods came from watching his daughter’s high school soccer team win a championship game while he cheered from the stands. However, there is no set timeline for Woods’ return to competitive golf. His last official PGA Tour appearance was at the Open Championship at Royal Troon, where he missed the cut. Turning 50 in December will open the door for Woods to compete on the Champions Tour alongside Couples, which is something both friends and fans are looking forward to.
The injury setback and the recent passing of Woods’ mother, Kultida, have slowed down Woods’ competitive golf schedule, leaving fans wondering when he will return to action. Despite this, Couples expressed his support for Woods and the enjoyment he gets from texting with his friend. Woods had been considering returning to the Tour for the Players Championship before sustaining his Achilles injury, leaving his plans for future competitions uncertain. Despite it all, Woods remains positive and focused, finding moments of joy in his daughter’s success and staying connected with his friends in the golf community.
While the details of Woods’ recovery and comeback plan remain unclear, the support from friends like Couples and the broader golf community remains steadfast. The prospect of seeing Woods compete in future golf events, including potentially on the Champions Tour, is something that excites fans and peers alike. Even in the face of adversity, Woods continues to exhibit resilience and a positive attitude, finding moments of happiness and connection through text conversations with his friends. As the golf world eagerly awaits his return, the enduring friendship between Couples and Woods serves as a beacon of hope and camaraderie in the face of uncertainty.
