Tiger Woods has delayed his return to competitive golf and has pulled out of this week’s Safeway Open and next months Turkish Airlines Open. The 14-time major winner officially entered the event a few hours before last Fridays 5pm deadline and was scheduled to make his first appearance since last Augusts Wyndham Championship. Watch Hero Challenge on Sky British Masters: Watch the Hero Challenge for free on Sky Sports Woods has been sidelined by serious back problems for a number of years, having undergone three operations during a 19-month spell. The 40-year-old had hoped to play in Napa this week and on the European Tour next month, but the world No 786 admits his game still isnt quite ready for a competitive return. The 40-year-old was a vice-captain for the USAs Ryder Cup team earlier this month In a statement on his website, Woods said: After a lot of soul searching and honest reflection, I know that I am not yet ready to play on the PGA TOUR or compete in Turkey. My health is good, and I feel strong, but my game is vulnerable and not where it needs to be.When I announced last week I was going to Safeway, I had every intention of playing, or I wouldnt have committed. British Masters: Ways to watch What time does coverage start at The Grove? Here is how to watch the action on Sky Sports I spent a week with the U.S. Ryder Cup Team, an honour and experience that inspired me even more to play. I practised the last several days in California, but after a lot of hours, I knew I wasnt ready to compete against the best golfers in the world.I will continue to work hard, and plan to play at my foundations event, the Hero World Challenge, in Albany. 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