The Masters Tournament remains one of golf’s most unforgettable moments, when Tiger Woods captured his fifth Green Jacket in a dramatic comeback victory.
In a recent episode of Tiger Woods: 30 Years of Influence, Woods shared a powerful message he once told Jordan Spieth. Reflecting on his mindset, Woods said he could never “mail it in” or quit during a round. With 18 holes and hours left to compete, he believes there’s always time to fight — especially after dedicating his entire life to the sport.
Despite ongoing retirement rumors, Woods has made it clear he’s not ready to walk away. Injuries have limited his appearances since the 2024 PNC Championship, where he played alongside his son, Charlie Woods. In October 2025, Woods underwent his seventh lower-back surgery, further fueling speculation about his future.
However, he hasn’t stepped away from commitments like his involvement with Jupiter Links GC, nor has he confirmed a full-time move to the Champions Tour. Instead, he has hinted at another comeback.
Before his 2018 TOUR Championship win and 2019 Masters triumph, Woods endured a five-year winless stretch filled with injuries and setbacks — only to return stronger. Now, six years removed from his last victory and recovering from surgery, he appears motivated again.
When asked at the Genesis Invitational whether the Masters was off the table this year, Woods simply responded, “Nope.” That brief answer reignited excitement about a possible return to Augusta.
Whether he tees it up at Augusta National remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: Tiger Woods still believes in fighting until the final hole.