Tiger Woods is set to return to competition after the passing of his mother, Kultida. He will join his Jupiter Links teammates Kevin Kisner and Tom Kim in a match against the New York Golf Club next week in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Following the recent loss of his mother, Woods withdrew from the Genesis Invitational in California, stating that he needed more time to grieve and process his emotions.
“I planned to tee it up this week, but I’m just not ready,” Woods said in a statement on social media. “I did my best to prepare, knowing it’s what my mom would have wanted, but I’m still processing her loss.
“Thanks to everyone who has reached out. I hope to be at Torrey later in the week and appreciate the continued kindness since my mom’s passing.”
Woods’ last competitive match was a victory for Jupiter Links over Boston Common Golf, a game that his mother attended.
Genesis Invitational honors Kultida Woods
The pin flag on the seventh hole at Torrey Pines South Course during this week’s Genesis Invitational features an all-white flag with no logos or numbers in honor of Kultida Woods’ heritage. White symbolizes purity, wisdom and longevity in Buddhism. The number seven is also integral in Buddhist culture, tied to seven factors of enlightenment.
Davis Thompson leads the tournament through two rounds with a score of 8-under par, one shot better than Scottie Scheffler.