Tiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence following a car crash Friday afternoon near his Jupiter Island, Florida home, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office.
The 50-year-old golf legend showed signs of impairment at the scene after his vehicle struck another car and rolled over shortly after 1 p.m., authorities confirmed. Woods was not injured in the incident, officials said.
This marks at least the third vehicle-related incident involving Woods in recent years. The most serious occurred in February 2021 when his SUV crashed off a coastal road in Los Angeles at high speed, resulting in severe leg and ankle injuries that doctors initially considered requiring amputation.
Woods also faced DUI charges in 2017 when South Florida police discovered him asleep behind the wheel of his damaged vehicle. He later pleaded guilty to reckless driving, attributing the incident to a dangerous combination of painkillers.
Career Struggles Continue
The arrest comes as Woods continues his challenging comeback from multiple injuries and surgeries. He has competed in 11 tournaments since his 2021 crash, failing to finish within 16 shots of the winner in any completed event.
Woods recently underwent his seventh back surgery in September and had been working toward a potential return to competitive golf. He ruptured his Achilles tendon in March 2025, keeping him sidelined for the entire season even before the back procedure.
His most recent official tournament appearance was at the British Open in 2024, though he participated in his indoor TGL golf league as recently as Tuesday night.
Future Commitments in Question
The incident raises questions about Woods' ability to fulfill upcoming commitments, including a potential role as U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland. The PGA of America has set a soft deadline at month's end for his decision, seeking earlier commitment than Woods provided for the previous Ryder Cup opportunity.
Despite his physical challenges, Woods remains actively involved in PGA Tour governance as chairman of the Future Competition Committee, which is restructuring the tour's competitive model.
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Woods' career achievements include 82 PGA Tour victories, tied for the all-time record with Sam Snead, and 15 major championships. His most recent major victory came at the 2019 Masters, marking his fifth green jacket and cementing his comeback story before subsequent health setbacks.
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This story is based on reporting from the Lethbridge Herald and other sources.
