Tiger Woods officially out of US Open

ISTANBUL

Tiger Woods confirmed on Tuesday that he would not play in next week's US Open.

"I previously informed the USGA (US Golf Association) that I will not be competing in the US Open as my body needs more time to get stronger for major championship golf," Woods said on Twitter.

"I do hope and plan to be ready to play in Ireland at JP McManus Pro-Am and at The Open next month. I’m excited to get back out there soon!" he added.

Tiger Woods clinched a total of 15 major championships in his career, including three US Open titles in 2000, 2002, and 2008. He is three short of Jack Nicklaus (18), who has won the most major titles.

Having 82 all-time PGA Tour victories, Woods and golf legend Sam Snead share the PGA Tour's all-time victories mark.

This season's US Open is scheduled for June 16-19 in Brookline, Massachusetts.