So, if you were born after 2000, let’s just put this out there—by the time you took your first steps, Tiger Woods had already cemented himself as one of the biggest names in golf. So, if you see him as the GOAT, you are absolutely right. Fast forward to today, and while Woods is yet to make his official PGA Tour comeback, he’s been busy making waves in the Tomorrow Golf League (TGL), the high-tech brainchild he co-founded with Rory McIlroy.

Now, TGL has been an unusual experiment—exciting, futuristic, and a bit chaotic. Some players are thriving in the format, while others are still figuring out how to adjust. And speaking of figuring things out, let’s talk about Jupiter Links GC—Woods’s team. 

The semifinals on March 4, 2025… let’s just say, not Jupiter Links’ finest moment. Facing Atlanta Drive, they suffered a brutal 9-1 defeat, marking an early and rather unceremonious exit from the playoffs. But honestly? If golf had an “audience favorite” award, Jupiter Links would’ve taken it home without question. From unexpected blunders to Woods himself, cracking up at the sheer ridiculousness of it all, this team kept the vibes fun.

But let’s not forget who was leading this team. Woods may have had his fair share of TGL misadventures, but at the end of the day, he’s still Tiger freaking Woods. His career, stacked with 15 major championships, is a constant reminder of why he’s one of the greatest to ever do it. And yes, he subtly gives out GOAT vibes at times.

And in case anyone needed a reminder, Woods made sure to deliver one in the most effortless flex of all time. While chatting with Tom Kim, he casually asked, “What year were you born?”

“2002,” Kim replied. “Did you win that year?”

Woods, with a smile, responded, “No, I had won three Masters by the time you were born.”

Kim, in disbelief, followed up, “You had three?” Woods simply listed them off: “’97, ’01, ’02.” Boom. Mic drop. No further questions.

This wasn’t even the first time Jupiter Links gave us gold. Remember when Woods completely misheard the yardage, confidently swinging for 99 yards when it should’ve been 199? He later called it “one of the most embarrassing moments” of his career. Or when Kevin Kisner tried to chip out of the sand and ended up hitting the flagstick instead? That moment had Woods doubled over in laughter.

Sure, Jupiter Links didn’t make it to the TGL finals, but they gave us something even better—peak entertainment. Through all the chaos, one thing is clear: Woods’s team may have left the tournament early, but they definitely ensured we won’t forget them anytime soon.

As fun as Woods’s TGL run has been, to be honest, fans are itching to see him back on the real golf course, competing in the sport’s biggest events. So, what’s the update on that?

When is Tiger Woods returning to the actual greens?

Woods’s last competitive appearance came at The Open Championship at Royal Troon, where tough conditions got the best of him, and he missed the cut. He was all set to make his tournament comeback last month at the Genesis Invitational but had to withdraw following the passing of his mother, Kultida.

Understandably, he decided to sit that one out, along with this week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational, even though he has a lifetime exemption into the PGA Tour’s Signature Events.

Now, all eyes are on whether he’ll appear at The Players Championship next week. Woods is eligible to compete. But as of now, there’s no official word on whether he’ll tee it up. At the Genesis last month, he admitted, “My goal was to play more, and I haven’t played. Got to work on that.” He also mentioned how he wants to get back for the biggest tournaments.

The promising news? Barring any last-minute changes, Woods is expected to compete at The Masters in April. The five-time champion has played the last three editions at Augusta, making the cut each time—though he had to withdraw in 2023 because of an injury. Given his history with The Masters and his determination to play the majors, it’s safe to say that’s where we’ll likely see him next.

So, while his TGL campaign may have ended in laughs and shenanigans, Woods still has his eyes on the real prize—competing in the sport’s biggest events once again.