Champions Tour 'prepared' if Tiger Woods joins circuit

Meanwhile tournament host Woods will not compete in the December 4-7 Hero World Challenge in Albany, Bahamas, according to the final player field released on Wednesday.

ON THE MEND: Tiger Woods turns 50 on Dec. 30 and therefore would be eligible to compete for the PGA Tour Champions in 2026. Pic: Jane Barlow/PA Wire.

Tiger Woods turns 50 on Dec. 30 and therefore would be eligible to compete for the PGA Tour Champions in 2026.

Now, Woods hasn't revealed his hand in that regard. And, to be fair, it's not his hand that is the issue. It's his back, as in the recent back surgery that throws into question any kind of competitive golf for the 15-time major winner.