An "Achilles rupture" specifically describes a complete tear of the Achilles tendon, meaning the tendon is fully severed. Last year, Bernhard Langer tore his Achilles and returned to competition three months later, but a tear is not as severe an injury as a rupture, which is what Woods suffered.

Woods and McIlroy have become close off the course, but after Tiger's injury, it's unlikely they play together again until 2026

Tiger Woods' latest setback has left the golf world reeling. In a shocking announcement, Woods revealed his left Achilles tendon while training at home.