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Tiger Woods' Masters Hope Dashed After DUI Arrest
3 Apr
Summary
- Woods was hoping to play in the Masters before his DUI arrest.
- He is stepping away from golf to seek treatment for health.
- This marks his second DUI arrest in less than a decade.
Tiger Woods had been hoping to compete in this year's Masters Tournament, a sentiment captured in bodycam footage from his DUI arrest in Jupiter Island, Florida. The 15-time major champion was discussing his potential participation with an officer prior to the incident. Despite this aspiration, Augusta National confirmed Woods will not be attending the Masters.
Following the rollover crash and arrest, Woods released a statement indicating he is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and prioritize his well-being. The arrest led to charges of driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a blood alcohol test.
Woods was found with prescription opioids and exhibited signs of impairment, including sweating and dilated pupils. This arrest is his second DUI within the past decade, with a previous incident in 2017 also occurring in Jupiter Island. He also sustained serious leg injuries in a 2021 rollover crash.
