Tiger Woods faced another disappointing weekend at Pinehurst, failing to make the cut at the U.S. Open. This marks the first time since 2015 that he has missed cuts at back-to-back major championships, following his lackluster performance at the PGA Championship last month and a 60th place finish at the Masters. Over the past 13 majors since his 2019 Masters win, Woods has struggled to secure a top-20 finish, marking his longest such streak since the beginning of his career in 1995 and 1996.
Despite these challenges, Woods has confirmed his participation in the upcoming Open Championship next month, which will be his final tournament of the year. When asked if this U.S. Open could be his last, Woods remained uncertain, stating, “I don’t know … it may or may not be.”
During the U.S. Open, Woods birdied his first hole but faced struggles throughout the tournament, ultimately finishing with a 4-over 74 and failing to make the cut. His last successful cut at the U.S. Open dates back to 2019, with several missed cuts in between. In his last 25 majors, Woods has only managed to secure four top 20 finishes.
Looking ahead, the Open Championship at Royal Troon will be Woods’ fifth tournament of the year, with the Genesis Invitational being the only non-major event, from which he withdrew after the first round. Woods has not made the cut at the Open Championship since his T6 finish in 2018. With the tournament set to begin on July 18, all eyes will be on Woods as he navigates his return to competitive golf.
As Woods continues to face challenges on the course, fans and critics alike are left wondering about his future in the sport. Despite his storied career and numerous accomplishments, Woods’ recent struggles raise questions about his ability to compete at the highest level. Only time will tell what lies ahead for this golfing legend as he navigates the uncertainties of his future in the game.