Tiger Woods to play British Open after two-year absence

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  • The 42-year-old American returned to competitive golf this season after missing most of the previous two years through injury and finished tied for 32nd at last month's Masters.

LONDON

Three-time British Open winner Tiger Woods is to play in this year's championship for the first time since 2015, tournament organisers announced on Wednesday.

The 42-year-old American returned to competitive golf this season after missing most of the previous two years through injury and finished tied for 32nd at last month's Masters.

"Three-time Champion Golfer Tiger Woods plans to tee it up at Carnoustie for The 147th Open after confirming his entry into golf's original Championship," read the statement from the organisers.