Tiger Woods confirmed that he will defend his title next week at the Memorial Tournament, making his return to the PGA Tour three weeks after a neck injury forced him out of the Players Championship.
Woods withdrew from The Players Championship on May 9 with what was later diagnosed as an inflamed facet joint in his neck.
He confirmed on his website on Wednesday that he will play next week at Muirfield Village, where he won his fourth Memorial title last year.
“The doctors advised me to take a week off and rest, which I did,” Woods said. “They prescribed physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication and soft-tissue massages, which I’m continuing with. Although I’m not 100 per cent fit, I feel much better and look forward to competing next week.”
The tournament hosted by Jack Nicklaus will also serve as preparation for the US Open two weeks later at Pebble Beach. — AFP