Tiger Woods Fuels Comeback Hopes as Physical Transformation Becomes Clear in Newest Update

For Tiger Woods fans, there might be some good news. Woods was recently spotted swinging a club again at Liberty National during the Nexus Cup, a charity event for his foundation. It’s the first time he has teed it up in front of cameras since undergoing surgery in March, and the sight alone was enough to ignite fresh waves of admiration from fans across the golf world.

Woods was spotted in a blue outfit paired with some nice white shoes, hitting with a wedge. This came as a pleasant surprise to the golf community as Woods seemed to have been busy with his new role in the PGA Tour. Just weeks before, PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp named him Chairman of the newly formed Future Competition Committee. The nine-member group, with the likes of Patrick Cantlay, Maverick McNeal, is tasked with reimagining the Tour’s competitive model.

Additionally, it was speculated that because of this, Woods had also skipped out on being present for Charlie Woods’s games not once but twice. So, this sight was not at all expected.

What makes this return even more remarkable is the grueling journey behind it. For years, Woods was known for his ferocious training programs. His long morning runs, heavy weight sessions, hours of pounding balls on the range — they all had made their way into fitness articles and magazines. That era may have passed, but the intensity has not. Since his near-fatal car accident in early 2021 — where doctors initially feared he could lose part of his lower leg — Woods has been on a relentless rehab and fitness regimen.

By 2022, he looked stronger and leaner than he had in years. Over the years, his routine evolved into something more sustainable. He focused more on stretching, core work, and light cardio to protect his body. “I feel like I’m getting stronger, I’m getting more pliable, but I’ve got a long way to go to be able to compete,” he said once.

But he kept facing relentless setbacks. In 2023, he was largely absent due to a subtalar fusion procedure to treat post-traumatic arthritis in his right foot, which was due to the 2021 accident. He missed his own Hero World Challenge in December 2024 after undergoing a sixth back surgery. And earlier this year, he pulled out of his Genesis Invitational event, citing both insufficient preparation and the emotional toll of losing his mother, Kultida. He hasn’t played in any event since then. So, in 2025, golf courses have not been visited by the GOAT.

So, even though he remained largely absent from professional contention, Woods was seen on course here and there. He did compete in TGL, but that was rather easy for him as the event doesn’t require much physical exertion from his side, being largely virtual. Moreover, dad duties also brought him on the course, cheering for Charlie Woods from behind the ropes. When Charlie was competing in the Jack Nicklaus Junior Championship, it was Woods’ stunning body that caught most of the attention. Looking dapper in his Sundae Red hat, a striped polo, and the USGA pin on his belt, Woods left fans raving. “Looking hella jacked,” is what many said.

And even with the recent video posted, fans have been left speechless.

Fans can’t stop talking about Tiger Woods’ return

Fans were happy to see a healthy Tiger, with comments pouring in all over social media. The video of Woods swinging the club was dropped on both X and Instagram by TWSpot. On the former, it ended up racking 125.5k views, and the latter saw thousands of likes and multiple comments. Let us have a look at some of them.

One of the fans wrote, “Damn, he’s looking jacked! Gonna be a fun 2026.” The last time Woods was seen playing individually was at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon. After that, it was the PNC Championship, where he competed alongside his son Charlie. Woods has not had the chance to play since then. However, after his ruptured Achilles tendon surgery earlier this year, it was speculated that he would return to professional golf either by the end of 2025 or sometime in 2026. But as he kept skipping events after events, fans slowly lost hope. Now, with this video where the Big Cat looks shredded as ever, some of their hope has been reignited. Echoing the sentiment, another one wrote, “Soooo you’re telling me there’s a chance???”

Many have already started speculating on the wins Woods will be collecting once he is back on course. One fan expects him to appear in the Champions Tour as Woods is nearing his eligibility age of 50. “This man will get a Champions Tour win next year (I’m a millennial who can’t let go of my hero),” one wrote. His absence from the course, as well as the entry of new age golfers, leads many to believe that Woods would do well on the Champions Tour. He will be eligible to join the event in 2026 after he turns 50 in December. On the same line, another one typed, “He’s got another major in him.”

Then, of course, there were a bunch of comments on his physique as well. Many had their jaw open with one typing, “Omg omg 😱” and another simply sent, “🔥🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾.” Ever since the start of his career, Woods has collected admiration for his body. Tall, lean, with significant muscles, the 15-time major has always turned heads wherever he goes. “Pound for pound, I put him with any athlete in the world,” his trainer, Keith said once. Hence, it is not new to see him receiving such compliments even as he touches middle age. “Please protect that body at all costs! #selfishfan” and “He ain’t miss a gym session” were some of the other comments.

What do you think of Tiger Woods’ transformative body? Do you think the Big Cat will return in 2026? Let us know in the comments below.