Former world number one Tiger Woods is “hopeful” of a return for the Masters but will miss next week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational.
The 14-time major winner is taking an indefinite break from the game having described this year’s performances as “unacceptable for tournament play”.
“I’ve put in a lot of time and work on my game and I’m making strides,” said Woods, 39. Woods added that he won’t return until he can “compete at the highest level”.
He has won the Arnold Palmer Invitational, held in Orlando, Florida, eight times in his career.
