'The Return of the Emperor'... Energetic Woods and the Cloud Gallery

Return after 10 months at Genesis Invitational
Healthy appearance, showing strong long drives
Starts first day with 5 birdies, 6 bogeys, 1-over par score

His expression brightened.

Tiger Woods is teeing off at the 10th hole during the first round of the Genesis Invitational. [Pacific Palisades, USA = Photo by Reuters and Yonhap News]

The 'Golf Emperor' Tiger Woods (USA) has returned in good health. On the 15th (local time), at the Riviera Country Club (par 71) in Pacific Palisades, California, USA, during the first round of the PGA Tour Genesis Invitational (total prize money $20 million), he recorded five birdies and six bogeys. His score was 1-over par 72.

This was his first PGA Tour regular event appearance in 10 months since withdrawing from the Masters in April last year. Woods underwent ankle surgery immediately after the Masters and has been preparing for his return to the field through rehabilitation and physical training. He looked full of energy. Unlike the limping gait he had every time he stepped onto the course after his 2021 car accident, this time he ascended uphill effortlessly.

His swing became smoother. His driving distance was not behind that of younger players. His average driver shot distance reached 304 yards, with a maximum of 332 yards. Cheers erupted when he made birdies on holes 1, 4, 6, 11, and 17. Fans gathered like clouds to welcome the return of the 'Emperor.'

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