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Tiger's Next Chapter & The Tour's New Look - October 19th, 2025
On October 19th, 2025, major off-course news dominated the day, with a significant update on Tiger Woods' health, a corporate shake-up at the PGA Tour, and raw emotion from a LIV golfer.
- Tiger Woods underwent a successful lumbar disc replacement surgery, a significant procedure aimed at alleviating long-standing back issues. The news sparks both concern and hope for the future of golf's biggest icon and his potential return to competition.
- Former coach Chris Como offered powerful insight, highlighting Tiger's incredible pain tolerance and unwavering "no quit mindset" that has defined his entire career.
- Rival-turned-supporter Phil Mickelson was among the first to send a public message of support, a poignant moment showing the respect Tiger commands across the sport.
- New PGA Tour boss Brian Rolapp is wasting no time, hiring former NFL executives Dhruv Prasad and Paul Hicks to implement a corporate, league-focused model, signaling a major shift away from its traditional member-run structure.
- Rolapp's intent was clear in his statement promising a "holistic relook" at the Tour's entire business, suggesting no part of the old model is safe from change.
- The move is a clear signal that the Tour is preparing for a new era of entertainment-first business, potentially changing the very fabric of the professional golf landscape.
- At the Asian Tour's Hong Kong Open, the reality of life outside the major championship ecosystem hit home for LIV golfers, with Graeme McDowell's candid comments highlighting the deep-seated desire to compete on golf's biggest stages.
- McDowell didn't mince words, stating bluntly, "I miss the Majors," a raw admission that captures the sentiment of many players who have left the traditional tours.
- His comments serve as a powerful reminder that for many elite professionals, legacy and history—not just money—remain the ultimate currency in the sport.
The incredible perseverance of amateur Jeff Kern • His comeback from a horrific 1978 hand injury • His stunning 29th-place finish at the 1998 Tucson Open, beating Curtis Strange.
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By Golf.aiOn October 19th, 2025, major off-course news dominated the day, with a significant update on Tiger Woods' health, a corporate shake-up at the PGA Tour, and raw emotion from a LIV golfer.
- Tiger Woods underwent a successful lumbar disc replacement surgery, a significant procedure aimed at alleviating long-standing back issues. The news sparks both concern and hope for the future of golf's biggest icon and his potential return to competition.
- Former coach Chris Como offered powerful insight, highlighting Tiger's incredible pain tolerance and unwavering "no quit mindset" that has defined his entire career.
- Rival-turned-supporter Phil Mickelson was among the first to send a public message of support, a poignant moment showing the respect Tiger commands across the sport.
- New PGA Tour boss Brian Rolapp is wasting no time, hiring former NFL executives Dhruv Prasad and Paul Hicks to implement a corporate, league-focused model, signaling a major shift away from its traditional member-run structure.
- Rolapp's intent was clear in his statement promising a "holistic relook" at the Tour's entire business, suggesting no part of the old model is safe from change.
- The move is a clear signal that the Tour is preparing for a new era of entertainment-first business, potentially changing the very fabric of the professional golf landscape.
- At the Asian Tour's Hong Kong Open, the reality of life outside the major championship ecosystem hit home for LIV golfers, with Graeme McDowell's candid comments highlighting the deep-seated desire to compete on golf's biggest stages.
- McDowell didn't mince words, stating bluntly, "I miss the Majors," a raw admission that captures the sentiment of many players who have left the traditional tours.
- His comments serve as a powerful reminder that for many elite professionals, legacy and history—not just money—remain the ultimate currency in the sport.
The incredible perseverance of amateur Jeff Kern • His comeback from a horrific 1978 hand injury • His stunning 29th-place finish at the 1998 Tucson Open, beating Curtis Strange.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.