Tiger Woods has remained away from competitive golf throughout the 2026 season, but a significant development emerged this week as attention turns to the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
## What happened to Tiger Woods?
The United States Golf Association (USGA) will stage the year’s third major championship beginning June 18, though Woods will not be part of the 156-player field.
Woods continues his recovery program in Switzerland after stepping away from public life earlier this year.
Fresh interest in Woods’ status surfaced after flight-tracking data shared by the golf account @TWlegion showed his private jet landing in Switzerland.
## Why is Tiger Woods in Switzerland?
The latest update comes as Woods continues treatment at a specialist rehabilitation facility in Switzerland, where he has spent extensive time overseas since April.
According to PEOPLE, Woods is expected to remain in treatment through the end of June, aligning with what sources described as an original three-month recovery plan.
## What comes next for Tiger Woods?
The arrival of Woods’ private aircraft in Switzerland has drawn attention because it coincides with the final weeks of that planned rehabilitation timeline.
While no official announcement has been made regarding his departure from the facility, the development comes at a time when the golf world is focused on the U.S. Open and the remainder of the major championship season.
Woods remains committed to returning to professional golf once his health allows, with a source telling PEOPLE, "I don’t know when it will be or how he will do it, but Tiger is determined to return."
The source added that Woods has to get his pain management going in the right direction and also be able to continue a fitness routine, which will help him do the best he can when seriously playing golf.
Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie Woods, served as caddie for amateur Miles Russell during qualifying for the U.S. Open.
Woods has not played a competitive PGA Tour event since missing the cut at The Open Championship at Royal Troon in July 2024.
The USGA’s championship field was finalized following final qualifying events, with players such as amateur Miles Russell earning spots in the tournament.
Woods and his girlfriend, Vanessa Trump, have remained in close contact during their respective health challenges, with a source saying, "They talk and share their lives as they have been doing for the entire time they have been together.