Tiger Woods ‘excited to be a playing host’ at Genesis Invitational

Woods underwent ankle surgery in April last year after withdrawing from the Masters.

Tiger Woods will contest next week’s Genesis Invitational, his first start of 2024 (Richard Sellers/PA)

Tiger Woods will make his first competitive appearance of 2024 in next week’s Genesis Invitational.

The 15-time major winner announced on social media that he was “excited to be a playing host” at Riviera Country Club – in a tournament which benefits his foundation – as he continues his latest comeback from injury.