Comments on Tiger Woods’ return to golf from those around the sport:
“We support Tiger’s decision to return to competitive golf beginning at this year’s Masters Tournament. Additionally, we support and encourage his stated commitment to continue the significant work required to rebuild his personal and professional life.” Billy Payne, Masters chairman
“Wow, I’ve had a lot of calls today from friends who have decided to come to the Masters this year.”
Stewart Cink, British Open champion on Twitter
“I’m glad he’s coming back. I hope he plays well and makes the team. I’d like to have him on the team because I think he’s a pretty good player.”
Corey Pavin, U.S. Ryder Cup captain
“We were pleased to learn that Tiger Woods will be playing the Masters in a few weeks. He has invested a lot of time taking steps, both in his personal and professional life, in order to prepare for his return. We all wish him and his family the best.”
Tim Finchem, PGA Tour commissioner
“It’s great to see him coming back again. It’s absolutely brilliant. We all want him back because he’s the best player on the planet.”
Darren Clarke, one of Woods’ close friends on the European Tour
“It’s great. Tiger’s one of the greatest athletes of our time and you want to see him doing what he does, what he does good and what he does great. And for golf, it’s exciting.”
Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat guard
“It’s obviously great for golf that he’s back. It shows the commitment he has to his family. If he came back earlier, that would give him a better chance at Augusta. He would have been putting golf first. Putting his family first by not warming up for Augusta, it’s a good statement.”
Padraig Harrington, two-time British Open champion
