Golf fans are worried again, and this time, it’s not about Tiger Woods’ swing. A new photo of the 15-time major winner walking the course at Tequesta Country Club in Florida has sparked a wave of concern, not for his game, but for his health.
The 49-year-old legend, who was supporting his 16-year-old son Charlie at the Nicklaus Junior Championship earlier this week, appeared visibly frail, particularly in his lower body. Sporting a black compression sleeve on his surgically repaired right leg, Woods looked thinner than usual. Observers on-site noted how stark the difference was from his pre-injury physique.
Fan Reactions Point To Deeper Worry
The image, which circulated widely online, triggered an outpouring of responses from fans who have followed Woods’ long and public recovery.
🚨🚶🏻⛳️ #NEW — Tiger Woods was spotted walking Tequesta Country Club yesterday while watching son Charlie compete in the final round of the Nicklaus Junior Championship. Charlie finished 6th in the 122 man field. @NUCLRGOLF
— TWLEGION (@TWlegion) June 26, 2025
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“Bro, both of his legs look like twigs compared to the rest of his body,” one user posted. “Don’t think he’ll be able to fully come back anymore to playing PGA Tour events and contending.”
Bro both of his legs look like twigs compared to the rest of his body. Don’t think he’ll be able to fully come back anymore to playing PGA Tour events and contending
— YaaBoiTroy (@BoNickalFan) June 26, 2025
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Another chimed in, “Legs look small. Very small. The lack of muscle retainment specifically in the repaired leg is very real. Still see it 10 years later.”
Legs look small. Very small. The lack of muscle retainment specifically in the repaired leg is very real. Still see it 10 yrs later
— Cory Cruise 🇺🇸☝️ (@coe_cory) June 26, 2025
One comment bluntly summed up what many were thinking: “His lower body looks 90 years old.”
His lower body looks 90 years old
— BullishBear (@BullishBearNFT) June 26, 2025
Others urged him to consider stepping away for good. “I wish he’d just retire. I’d rather remember him for the player he once was… But he can’t be competitive anymore,” one fan wrote.
I wish he’d just retire. Would rather remember him for the player he once was as opposed to the fraction that he is now. Plus he takes attention away from more deserving current players when he does play. But he can’t be competitive anymore.
— Kelly Wright (@KellyWrigh34115) June 26, 2025
Woods, who underwent Achilles tendon surgery earlier this year, isn’t expected to return to professional play for the rest of 2025. If he returns at all, it could be just after his 50th birthday. Despite the concern, Woods was on hand in full support of Charlie, who posted an even-par finish over two rounds, highlighted by a 2-under 69 in the final round, earning sixth place out of 122 players.
Woods’ girlfriend Vanessa Trump was notably absent from the gallery, though her daughter Kai competed, finishing tied for 21st. Woods and Trump went public earlier this year but have since requested privacy.
Meanwhile, Charlie’s Father’s Day message hinted at tension with his dad but ended with gratitude: “Even though we argue a lot… thank you for everything you have done for me.” For fans, focus remains on Tiger’s legs and what they mean for his golfing future.
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