Published 21:49 IST, October 21st 2019

Tiger Woods declares he is ready for action after knee surgery

Golf star Tiger Woods on October 21 declared himself 'right on schedule' after his recent knee surgery as he is preparing to return to competition this week.

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Golf star Tiger Woods on October 21 declared himself 'right on schedule' after his recent knee surgery. American professional golfer is preparing to return to competition with Zozo Championship coming up this week. Woods spoke at a press conference, his first-ever since he h to undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee on August 21 anuncing his return, as reported by foreign media. He would be all set for first round on October 24 when U.S.-based PGA Tour will play ir first official-money event in Japan. He also said that knee problems troubled him all-time in 2019 campaign including Masters' triumph. He h plans of having surgery done by end of 2018 but went to postpone it later on. 

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surgery improved possibilities to justify himself

43-year-old said that he h been battling whole year trying to piece it toger. Later on, problem became worse and started affecting his back and way he was walking or even when he was trying to play. He n ded that he is really excited about having end-of--year run at time when he is actually feeling fit and does t have pain which he was dealing with from many years. Woods said that after surgery, he has improved possibilities to justify himself for December event. He will be playing against an international team in Australia. 

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Woods is hopeful

Tiger Woods has a period of two weeks left before he names four wild card selections which will complete his team of 12 men. While speaking to media he said that post-surgery he has become hopeful and feels nice to get over hump finally. He has started feeling great and is working to achieve his goal at highest speed. interview which lasted for 19 minutes saw ace golfer in a dark blue sweater where he could t stop smiling. This is going to be Woods' first appearance in Japan in last 13 years. He h been regular during first 10 years of his career to visit Japan for professional purpose. 

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21:17 IST, October 21st 2019