Tiger Woods: On the Brink of Historic Triumph at The Masters

Tiger Woods is poised to etch his name into the annals of history at Augusta next week during The Masters, where he will participate in his 26th tournament. At 48, the golf legend is not merely vying for his 6th Masters title but also aiming to shatter another historic record.

Currently, Woods is tied with Gary Player and Fred Couples, each having made 23 consecutive cuts in the tournament—a record Player held from 1959 to 1982, and Couples from 1983 to 2007. Just when Player thought the record was securely his, Couples equaled his achievement exactly 23 years after Player set it. Last year, Woods joined this elite group by making his 23rd consecutive cut.

Woods has already arrived in Augusta, embarking on an extended week of practice ahead of the tournament to sharpen his skills and fulfill his quest to surpass the record.

Since his Masters debut in 1997, Woods has never missed a cut—an extraordinary achievement unmatched by any other professional golfer. While his ability to thrive under pressure is well-documented, the resilience of his body against the demanding competition level of this major field remains to be seen.