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Tiger’s Major Future Uncertain After Open Mishap, Lowry Conquers Elements

Tiger’s Major Future Uncertain After Open Mishap, Lowry Conquers Elements

Tiger Woods’ future in major championships remains uncertain following his recent struggles. After missing the cut at The Open Championship due to a physical mishap, Woods admitted to feeling disappointed with his performance. Despite impressing fellow players with his long drives during the practice round, Woods acknowledged his lack of sharpness and consistency. The 46-year-old expressed confidence ahead of the event, but his post-tournament comments suggest concerns about his ability to compete at the highest level moving forward.

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Tiger 14 over at Open, to miss another major cut

Tiger 14 over at Open, to miss another major cut

Tiger Woods faltered at The Open Championship, finishing the second round 14 over par at 149, failing to make the cut. Despite his 15 major titles, this marks the fifth time Woods has missed the cut at The Open. This recent disappointment adds to Woods’ string of struggles at major tournaments, extending his major championship drought since 2019. Woods’ struggles at The Open are particularly noteworthy, as he has won the tournament three times previously.

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Tiger’s last U.S. Open? Diabolical conditions | Seen and Heard at Pinehurst

Tiger’s last U.S. Open? Diabolical conditions | Seen and Heard at Pinehurst

Tiger Woods, a 15-time major champion, has hinted that this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 could be his last. The 38-year-old Woods, who has not won a major since 2008, has been battling back injuries in recent years. He missed the 2014 U.S. Open and withdrew from the 2015 Masters after just two rounds.

Woods said he is “not sure” if he will be able to play in another U.S. Open.

“I’m just trying to get back to playing,” Woods said. “I’m not sure how much longer I’m going to be able to play.”

This could be the last U.S. Open at Pinehurst

The U.S. Open is the only major championship that has not been played at Pinehurst. The course will host the U.S. Open for the first time in 2024

Pinehurst No. 2 always has had a reputation as a challenging course.

The greens are fast and undulating, and the rough is thick and punishing. The fairways are narrow and the bunkers are strategically placed.

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