Tiger Woods is not ready to return to golf after the death of his beloved mother, Kultida.
Woods, 48, announced his withdrawal from the upcoming Genesis Invitational on Monday, February 10, as he continues to grieve.
“I planned to tee it up this week, but I’m just not ready,” Woods posted via Instagram. “I did my best to prepare, knowing it’s what my Mom would have wanted, but I’m still processing her loss.”
He continued, “Thanks to everyone who has reached out. I hope to be at Torrey [Pines] later in the week and appreciate the continued kindness since my Mom’s passing.”
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Woods, who hosts the Genesis Invitational, was scheduled to compete in the tournament at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego from February 13 to 16.
The tournament — which boasts a field including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa — was originally scheduled to take place at its usual home, Brentwood, California’s Riviera Country Club, before being forced to relocate due to the California wildfires.
Woods announced the death of his mother via Instagram on February 4.
“It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning,” he wrote. “My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was quick with the needle and a laugh. She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter, without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible.”
Tiger added, “She was loved by so many, but especially by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all for your support, prayers and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. Love you Mom.”
The golfer shares daughter Sam, 17, and son Charlie, 15, with his ex-wife, Elin Nordegren.
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Tiger did not reveal a cause of death for his mother, who was married to Tiger’s father, Earl Woods, for 37 years until he died of cancer in 2006 at the age of 74.
Many of Tiger’s famous friends expressed their condolences after Kultida’s death.
“So sorry for your loss. I send you a big hug ❤️,” tennis star Rafael Nadal commented on Tiger’s post. Tiger’s fellow PGA Tour golfer Bubba Watson wrote, “Sorry for your loss! Praying for you and your family🙏❤️🙏.”
Jon Bon Jovi also reached out to Tiger, commenting, “Sending luv tiger. JBJ.”
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