The Masters is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated golf events of the year, and this year proved to be no exception. Fans and players alike were eager to see who would come out on top at Augusta National, but unfortunately, a major player had to withdraw due to injury. Tiger Woods, one of the most recognizable and successful golfers of all time, was forced to pull out of the tournament ahead of the resumption of the third round. It was a disappointing turn of events for Woods and his fans, but it also created new opportunities for others to step up and make their mark on the course. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what happened and what it means for the remainder of The Masters.
Tiger Woods has withdrawn from The Masters due to injury ahead of the resumption of the third round at Augusta National. Woods was making just his second start of the year and fought cold and wet conditions to close a second-round 74 on Saturday morning, securing a record-equalling 23rd consecutive cut in The Masters. However, the 15-time major champion had a nightmare start to his third round, making two bogeys and two double-bogeys over his first seven holes, leaving him on nine-over for the tournament and at the bottom of the leaderboard by three shots.
The third round was set to resume at 8.30am local time (1.30pm BST), with Woods electing against returning to play. Woods had 11 holes of his third round to finish and would likely have been among the first out for the final round, where tournament organisers will go out in pairs off a two-tee start. The 47-year-old is now unable to finish the opening major of the year due to his injury.
Sky Sports News commentator Jamie Weir noted that Woods struggled to finish the third round, and added that every time Woods heads out on the course, he wonders whether it might be the last time for him. Knowing Woods’ fierce competitive nature, he only wants to be part of the tournament when he believes he can compete. The Masters’ final round can be watched on Sky Sports Golf on Sunday, starting at 1.30 pm BST, with bonus feeds available throughout the day via the red button on Sky Sports Golf.
In conclusion, the 2020 Masters has been full of surprises and upsets, none more so than the withdrawal of Tiger Woods due to injury. Though Woods was unable to see this Masters through to the end, his presence in the tournament always adds an extra level of excitement and anticipation, and he will no doubt be missed. As the third round resumes, we can only wait and see what other twists and turns this historic tournament has in store.
