MADISON, Wis. — The countdown is on for the 2026 American Family Championship, but already the buzz is building around a tantalizing question: could Tiger Woods be teeing off in Madison this summer? This year, Woods hit a significant milestone\u2014turning 50\u2014which makes him eligible to join the PGA Champions Tour.<\/p>\n
We caught up with Andy North, who plays a key role assisting Steve Stricker at this marquee summer event, to get insights on the possibility of Tiger Woods making an appearance.<\/p>\n
The Billion-Dollar Question<\/p>\n
When asked about Woods’ potential participation, North shared candidly:<\/p>\n
“Everybody’s hoping that would be the case. Right now, he’s just starting hitting golf balls again after yet another surgery. You know, right now it’s in his work. That’s the main thing. Then if he gets that work and then we figure it out and hopefully be here. A lot of lobbying, a lot of lobbying. But, you know, he’s good friends with Steve, which helps. We don’t have any idea how much golf he’s going to play.”<\/p>\n
What This Means for Fans<\/p>\n
Tiger Woods’ friendship with Steve Stricker and the hopeful lobbying efforts behind the scenes are fueling speculation. Yet, much depends on Woods’ recovery and how much golf he plans to play going forward.<\/p>\n
As he embarks on his journey back to the game following surgery, fans and organizers alike are holding their breath for the chance to witness Tiger Woods compete in Madison.<\/p>\n
Stay tuned as we continue to follow this developing story and bring you the latest updates leading up to the 2026 American Family Championship.<\/p>\n
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