Tim McGraw is currently recovering from recent back surgery, which has led to the cancellation of his scheduled performance at the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Last Cowboy Standing event in Fort Collins, Colorado, on July 21, 2025. The country-rock band Cross Canadian Ragweed will perform in his place .
At 57, McGraw has faced significant health challenges in recent years, including double knee replacements, three back surgeries, and a torn rotator cuff with a ruptured disc. In a May interview, he shared that there were times he considered retiring due to these ongoing issues . Despite these setbacks, he remains committed to his fitness routine, incorporating cold plunges, infrared saunas, and massages to aid in his recovery .
McGraw’s Standing Room Only Tour, which began in March 2024, is scheduled to continue through October 2025. While the recent surgery has temporarily affected his performance schedule, McGraw is focused on his recovery and looks forward to returning to the stage once he is able.