PGA Tour pays tribute to Tiger Woods’ late mother amidst rumors of GOAT’s competitive return to field

Tiger Woods talks about possible return timeline to competitive matches after mourning the loss of his mother, Kultida Woods.

PGA Tour pays tribute to Tiger Woods’ late mother amidst rumors of GOAT’s competitive return to field

Tiger Woods and his mother Kutilda [Image Credit: The Irish Times]

The golf world is celebrating the 2025 Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines in place of Riviera Country Club due to LA fires recently. While the event is lined up with top players competing for the title, the golf world took a moment to honor Tiger Woods‘ mother, Kultida Woods passing.

The PGA Tour put an all-white pin flag on the seventh hole to honor her passing. Kultida was a Buddhist, born in Thailand, and in their religion white symbolizes purity, wisdom, and longevity. On the other hand, the No.7 means enlightenment in Buddhism.

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Apart from the PGA Tour, the players also wore red pins on their hats to honor Tiger Woods‘ mother Kultida. It is reported that the GOAT will be present for the final round of the course after withdrawing from the event saying he’s still in the phase of mourning.

For Woods, Kultida was his pillar in life as she’s been part of every event of her son. Not only did she support Woods from the sidelines, she was even present during TGL’s official debut. 

Woods even said that he wears red because of his mother who said that it was his power color. Whether it was because of his color choice Woods has recorded and is still a magnetic force for the golf world. He credits his accomplishments to his parents who have always been by his side.

Tiger Woods hints possible competitive games return timeline

Tiger Woods recently talked about his possible return date after withdrawing from the Genesis Invitational this week. He said he’ll participate in the next TGL match after taking time to cope with the loss of his mother Kultida Woods at age 80.

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Tiger Woods (Image via Imago)

Woods is expected to be present for the February 18 game at SoFi Center during the Jupiter Links vs. New York Golf Club match. He will be playing alongside Kevin Kisner and Tom Kim vs. Cameron Young, Rickie Fowler, and Matt Fitzpatrick.

Tiger Woods last appeared in The Open Championship last year in July and yet failed to make the cut for the season. Fans are excited to see the GOAT play a professional round in a PGA Tour since it’s been a long time seeing Woods geared up in his 100% form for a challenge.