Golf legend and 15-time major champion, Tiger Woods, announced on social media that he underwent another back surgery on Friday in New York.
In a post to X, formerly known as Twitter, Woods shared that he had been experiencing pain and a lack of mobility in his back, which led him to consult with doctors and surgeons, resulting in additional testing. This is not the first time Woods has faced health issues, having previously undergone surgeries for his knee and back.
In the social media post, Woods shared, ‘The scan revealed that I have a collapsed disc at L4/5, along with disc fragments and a compromised spinal canal. I chose to have my disc replaced yesterday, and I already know I made the right decision for my health and my back.’
Woods announced that he successfully underwent surgery and is now recovering in a hospital in New York. This marks his second surgery of the year, following an operation for a ruptured Achilles tendon in his left leg in March, which sidelined him for most of the 2025 season. He has not participated in a PGA Tour event since the 2024 Open, and his timeline and return to the sport remain uncertain.