The real reason why Tiger Woods can’t quit golf even though “he would love nothing more than to retire” has been revealed.
The golfing legend has been seen looking drained on the course recently and fans have been wondering why he is still playing.
The 48-year-old reportedly must continue to make his golfing appearances to support his new clothing line Sun Day Red.
Tiger returned to the PGA Tour this week but only lasted 24 holes before withdrawing from the Genesis Invitational.
On Friday, the golf icon claimed he was suffering from flu-like symptoms and dehydration after hitting his tee shot on the seventh hole at Riviera.
He was one over par for the round and aimed just outside the cut when he asked for a cart and was driven off the course.
The 48-year-old looked drained of energy as he walked slowly playing the front nine.
Tiger has now played six official tournaments since his car crash in Los Angeles in February 2021 where he shattered bones in his right leg.
A source told the DailyMail that he wants to walk away from golf but continues to play to support his brand.
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The source told the outlet: “If Tiger could retire, he would.”
“His body is beat up but, for his brand, he still has to make and keep appearances and make a go at it.”
“After his car accident, he thought that was it. There was almost an amputation in play, so to be back even at all is sort of a miracle.”
“Now with this recent illness that had him bow out of the latest tournament, that is unfortunate, but he will be back because he has to support his new brand Sun Day Red, and everything else in his world.”
“He’ll be back even though he would love nothing more than to retire.”
