On Friday, March 27, 15-time major winner and renowned golf star Tiger Woods received his second DUI in less than a decade.
Woods was arrested after getting into a car crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, near his home in Hobe Sound around 2 p.m. ET. He was driving a SUV when he clipped a truck, causing his own car to turn over onto its driver’s side. No one was injured in the crash, including the driver of the truck that was clipped who was later identified as Jeromy Bullard.
Upon police arrival to the crash Woods registered all zeros on the breathalyzer, but was given additional field sobriety tests after police noticed he was “sweating profusely” and “limping and stumbling to the right” in addition to appearing “lethargic”.
Deputy Tatina Levenar also responded to the accident by reporting that Woods’ eyes appeared “bloodshot and glassy.”
It was also later released that when asked if he had taken any medication Woods responded by saying, “I take a few,” upon being searched it was identified that he had two pills in his pocket that were later found to be hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is a strong prescription-only opioid often used to treat severe pain.
He was eventually handcuffed and taken to Martin County Jail for observation where he was kept for multiple hours. Deputies administered another breathalyzer but it did not indicate any alcohol use. He also refused a urine test. Woods was also transported to the nearest emergency room, Cleveland Clinic ER South where he refused treatment. In total, Woods was held for 8 hours until around 11 p.m ET on Friday, the normal protocol for a DUI arrest.
The aftermath of the situation has been very messy and it has become clear that Woods will be taking some serious steps back from golf to focus on himself.
He noted in a recent statement that he will be, “Stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health,” he added that, “This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward my lasting recovery.”
While Woods himself has issued statements about his arrest, he isn’t the only one. A close friend of his and fellow golfer John Daly has spoken out publicly following Wood’s arrest expressing concern.
Daly, a two-time major champion, spoke out saying that for years he has been pleading with Woods to get off painkillers and find proper support. He also criticized Woods’ team and agents saying, “They should have taken care of that kid, and they never did.”
While Daly has offered public support and expressed concern others have taken this situation as a chance to call out Woods.
PGA tour star Jason Day responded to the whole situation by saying, “It’s unfortunate. The only thing I don’t understand is that it’s a bit selfish of him to drive and put other people in harm’s way, as well.” He also pointed out Woods isn’t immune from addiction, “just because he can hit a golf ball really well.”
It is now reported that Woods is undergoing rehabilitation treatment in Zurich, Switzerland following his DUI arrest. Woods also officially withdrew from the 2026 Masters Tournament in the aftermath of his DUI. He will appear in court May 5 following the crash.
