# Hero World Challenge field set, Woods' return uncertain

> Tiger Woods may return for Hero World Challenge after DUI plea deal.
- Title: Hero World Challenge field set, Woods' return uncertain · Golf
- Summary: Tiger Woods may return for Hero World Challenge after DUI plea deal. Tiger Woods could play in Hero World Challenge but hasn't confirmed return after DUI…
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- Source: Golf — https://golf.com/news/hero-world-challenge-field-2026-tiger-woods
- Published: 2026-10-20T14:32:22+00:00
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## Hero World Challenge field announced
Seven of the top 10 players in the world will compete at the Hero World Challenge Dec. 3-6 at Albany in the Bahamas.
## Tiger Woods not in field yet
Woods is not in the 20-player field but may use a 'TBA tournament exemption' to join.
## Woods' recent health issues
Woods missed the 2024 Open Championship cut after rupturing his achilles in march 2025 and back surgery in october 2025.
## DUI arrest and plea deal
Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a rollover car crash in march 2026 and pleaded no contest to reckless driving.
## Woods' potential return
Woods has yet to announce when he'll return but was spotted hitting balls at a junior clinic at pebble beach.
## Hero World Challenge field details
Scottie Scheffler, Matt Fitzpatrick and Cameron Young headline the Hero World Challenge field with 15 players confirmed.
## Key takeaway

Tiger Woods could play in Hero World Challenge but hasn't confirmed return after DUI arrest and back surgery.