While The Masters has always been the crown jewel of the U.S. golf season, this year’s tournament at Augusta National may draw even more attention than usual. That’s because Tiger Woods is part of the roster for the first time since 2014. And what’s more -- some say he has a shot at winning! “[This] would be the all-time greatest individual athlete comeback,” said Charles Curtis, writer at “For The Win.” “Think about where Tiger’s been. He was at the top of the world for so long as one of maybe the greatest golfers to ever play the game.” Then came the fall from grace. His personal life was splashed across the tabloids and he had several surgeries for injuries to his knee and back that pulled him out of the game for years. Now, he has the opportunity to claw his way out of the depths. “For him to...come back from all that would be, I think, even better than what Lance Armstrong did,” said Curtis. Woods got through four rounds at a tournament in December pain-free. Curtis said that’s a major accomplishment for someone who said, “couldn’t get out of bed some days.” The former world #1 has also been making headway at other events, including the Valspar Championship where he finished second. “Even though his swing’s a little bit different than it was during his prime, he looks like somebody who could win a golf tournament.” Woods’ return is so eagerly watched that in the past few weeks, Curtis says, golf tournaments have garnered more interest. The Masters kicks off Thursday and goes on through Sunday. For the full interview, [click here](https://cheddar.com/videos/tiger-woods-roars-back).

Share:
More In Sports
Florida Panthers Head Coach Out in Wake of Kyle Beach Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Florida Panthers head coach Joel Quenneville has resigned from his position after former player Kyle Beach's claims of sexual assault by Chicago Blackhawks team videographer, Brad Aldrich, went unchecked in 2010. Quenneville, then head coach of Chicago, initially told reporters he became aware of the incident this past summer but was reportedly made aware shortly after it happened.
Atlanta Braves' Name Gets Rob Manfred's Support
New controversy emerges in the MLB surrounding comments from commissioner Rob Manfred. While speaking to reporters before game one of the World Series, Manfred shrugged off questions about the Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal, and also offered support for the Atlanta Braves to keep its name, which the National Congress of American Indians has already condemned. Forbes SportsMoney senior contributor Maurey Brown joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss this and other storylines in the MLB.
Jameis Winston Revenge Week; Taking Lessons from NFL Blowouts
Josh Appelbaum, VSiN Sports Betting Reporter, joins 'Cheddar Bets' to break down lessons learned from lopsided games from a betting perspective, if the Saints can keep it close against the Buccanneers, and the Cowboys red-hot offense. Sponsored by BetMGM
Best Plays in the Big Ten
Dan Kilbridge, Bookies.com Sports Betting Expert, joins 'Cheddar Bets' to break down this week's matchup between undefeated Michigan and Michigan State teams. Plus, is Georgia in danger this week? Sponsored by BetMGM
How to Bet Packers-Cardinals with Davante Adams Out
Michael Jenkins, Host of 'The Daily Tip', joins 'Cheddar Bets' to break down the Thursday Night Football matchup and which player props to hit with Davante Adams out; Michael and Hana play a round of Buzzer Beater. Sponsored by BetMGM
Deal or No Deal, ISIS Threat & Memecoin Insanity
Dems race for a deal on President Biden's economic agenda ahead of his big foreign trip. What to make of the latest threat assessment in Afghanistan. Plus, the meme cryptocurrency of the moment that's now worth more than many Fortune 500 companies.
Load More