Tiger Woods was included in the release of the 18-man field for next month's Hero World Challenge, lending further confirmation that he is on track to make his first competitive start in 16 months.
Woods has not played since the 2015 Wyndham Championship because of multiple back surgeries. He committed to play earlier this month at the season-opening Safeway Open, but abruptly withdrew days after offering his formal commitment.
Woods cited a "vulnerable" golf game as the reason behind his withdrawal, but indicated that he still planned to play in the Bahamas - plans he re-affirmed Tuesday.