Tiger Woods Withdraws from Genesis Invitational Mid-Round Due to Illness

Tiger Woods withdrew from The Genesis Invitational due to illness in the middle of his second round, citing flu-like symptoms and dehydration. He was visibly uncomfortable on the course and received medical treatment, including an IV. Woods' return to competitive golf ended abruptly, leaving him two shots outside the projected cutline. Meanwhile, Patrick Cantlay surged ahead to lead the tournament at 13-under midway through the event.