Tiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Friday after his Land Rover collided with a truck and rolled over on Jupiter Island, Florida, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office officials.
The 15-time major champion was released on bail Friday evening after spending the mandatory eight hours in custody required under Florida law. Woods was not injured in the crash that occurred just before 2 p.m. on a residential road near his home.
Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek said Woods was travelling at "high speeds" on a road with a 30 mph speed limit when he attempted to pass a pressure cleaner truck on the two-lane roadway. The Land Rover swerved to avoid collision but clipped the trailer's back end, causing the vehicle to roll onto its driver's side.
Signs of Impairment Detected
Sheriff Budensiek reported that Woods displayed "signs of impairment" following the crash and appeared lethargic during the investigation. While a breathalyzer test showed no alcohol in his system, Woods refused a urine test, leading to his arrest.
"He's cooperative, but he's not trying to incriminate himself," Budensiek said, adding that investigators believe Woods had taken some form of medication or drug. "We will never get definitive results with what he was impaired on."
This marks the second DUI arrest for Woods not related to alcohol consumption. In 2017, authorities found him asleep behind the wheel with his engine running and vehicle damaged. Woods later pleaded guilty to reckless driving, explaining he had taken a problematic combination of painkillers.
History of Vehicle Incidents
The Jupiter Island crash represents the fourth vehicle accident involving Woods. His most recent incident occurred in February 2021 when his SUV ran off a coastal Los Angeles road at high speed, resulting in severe leg and ankle injuries. Woods later revealed doctors had considered amputation following that crash.
The golf legend has battled multiple injuries throughout his career, including problems with his left knee and back that required several surgeries. Despite these challenges, Woods made a remarkable comeback to win the 2019 Masters Tournament, his first major victory in over a decade.
Since the 2021 Los Angeles accident, Woods has struggled to return to competitive form. He has competed in 11 tournaments without finishing closer than 16 shots to the winner in the four events where he completed all 72 holes.
Woods' career includes 82 PGA Tour victories, tying him with Sam Snead for the all-time record. His 15 major championships rank second only to Jack Nicklaus's 18 major wins.
Excel Sports, which manages Woods, did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the arrest.
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