Tiger Woods misses all four golf majors in 2025

Tiger Woods will not compete in any of golf's four major championships this year, marking the second consecutive season the 15-time major champion will miss all of the sport's premier events. His absence was confirmed when he did not submit an entry for the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale by last week's deadline, according to multiple reports.

Woods, 50, has not played competitively since the 2024 Open at Royal Troon. He had already missed the Masters and the PGA Championship this season and is not exempt for next month's U.S. Open. His lifetime exemption for the Masters and his eligibility to play the Open Championship until age 60 remain intact, but his failure to register for the latter tournament formalizes a full year away from major competition.

This extended break follows a car crash near his Florida home on March 27 that resulted in his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. Following the incident, Woods announced he was stepping away from golf to seek treatment. In a statement at the time, he said the step was necessary to prioritize his well-being and work toward a lasting recovery. He also stepped back from several off-course roles, including serving...