It's not the news most golf fans wanted but it's probably not surprising. On Monday afternoon, Tiger Woods announced on social media that he will not compete in the upcoming Hero World Challenge, his annual bash in the Bahamas.

Tiger Woods announced via X on Monday that he would be unable to play in the annual post-season tournament he hosts, the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas in two weeks, though typically revealing little else,

Woods, who underwent a back procedure in September, said he was “disappointed” by not being able to compete this year at the star-studded Hero World Challenge.

Tiger Woods won't be able to play in his own tournament next month as he continues to battle his way back from injury. Woods announced on Monday that

Tiger Woods will not participate in next week’s Hero World Challenge, the annual charity event in the Bahamas that benefits his foundation. Woods announced the final three players in the field on Monday via social media and also offered his regrets about not competing, without details.

Tiger Woods makes his return to competitive golf this week as he tees it up at the Hero World Challenge. The 15-time major champion was last seen at the Masters in April, when he withdrew during the third round and subsequently underwent ankle surgery in a bid to address his latest injury issue.