Donald Trump claims Tiger Woods will not play at the 2026 Masters
Donald Trump has claimed that Tiger Woods will not compete at the 2026 Masters, despite the golfer recently stating he is doing everything possible to play at Augusta National.
The surprising assertion comes just weeks before the first men’s major of the year is scheduled to begin.
Woods had previously expressed a strong desire to tee it up at the prestigious tournament, raising hopes among fans of another remarkable comeback.
Conflicting statements emerge ahead of Augusta
Speaking about the upcoming April event, Trump indicated that while the five-time Masters winner will not be in the competitive field, he is still expected to attend as a spectator.
This directly contradicts recent comments from the 50-year-old golf icon, who insisted only days ago that he was working tirelessly to ensure his physical readiness.
The American legend has battled severe mobility issues since suffering significant leg injuries in a serious car crash in early 2021.
Ongoing physical struggles limit appearances
In recent years, the former world number one has adopted an extremely restricted playing schedule in order to prioritise the four major championships.
Walking the famously undulating terrain of Augusta National has proven visibly difficult for him during his most recent competitive outings.
It remains unclear whether the politician possesses inside information regarding the golfer’s health or if his comments were purely speculative.
Neither Woods nor his management team have released an official statement confirming his withdrawal from the highly anticipated tournament.
