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Published 21:41 27 Mar 2026 GMT
Tiger Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence following a rollover crash in Florida, in an incident that has once again put his off-course life under the spotlight.
The crash took place on Jupiter Island, an area closely associated with Woods, where he has lived for years. According to reports, the golfer was involved in a collision that caused his Range Rover SUV to flip onto its side.
Despite the severity of the crash, Woods was unhurt and was able to climb out of the vehicle through the passenger-side window following the incident.
Police attended the scene shortly after and confirmed that Woods was arrested and charged on suspicion of DUI. Authorities have yet to release full details about what led to the crash, and it remains unclear what factors may have contributed.
The timing of the incident has only added to the attention surrounding it. Woods had only just returned to competitive golf earlier this week, making his first appearance in over a year.
There had also been growing speculation that he was weighing up a potential return to The Masters, making the crash and subsequent arrest particularly significant for his immediate future in the sport.
While the latest incident is still developing, it is not the first time Woods has faced scrutiny following an incident behind the wheel.
One of the earliest high-profile cases dates back to 2009, when Woods was involved in a late-night crash outside his home in Florida. Driving a Cadillac Escalade, he struck a fire hydrant and a tree just yards from his property.
The incident quickly drew widespread attention and became entangled with revelations about his personal life. No DUI charges were filed, but it marked the beginning of a turbulent period that significantly impacted his public image.
In 2017, Woods was arrested in Jupiter, Florida, after police found him asleep in his car at the roadside. That incident did not involve a crash, but he was charged with driving under the influence.
Woods later said the situation was caused by a reaction to prescription medications rather than alcohol. He eventually pleaded guilty to reckless driving and entered a diversion programme, avoiding jail time.
Perhaps the most serious incident came in 2021, when Woods was involved in a high-speed single-car crash near Los Angeles.
His SUV crossed a central reservation and rolled multiple times before coming to a stop. Emergency services had to extract him from the vehicle using hydraulic tools.
Woods suffered significant injuries to his right leg, requiring multiple surgeries and a lengthy rehabilitation process.
Investigators later concluded that the crash was caused by excessive speed and loss of control, but there was no evidence of impairment, and no charges were filed.
The injuries were widely seen as life-changing and cast real doubt over whether he would ever return to competitive golf.
The 2026 incident now adds another chapter to a complex history that has seen Woods repeatedly battle both physical setbacks and personal challenges.
At 50 years old, Woods remains one of the most iconic figures in sport, with a legacy that includes 15 major championships and a global impact that extends far beyond golf.
However, moments like this continue to shape the narrative around him just as much as his achievements on the course.
With investigations ongoing, it is too early to determine the full consequences of the latest arrest.
What is clear is that this latest incident has arrived at a crucial moment, just as hopes of a sustained return to golf, and potentially another appearance at The Masters, had begun to build.
For now, the focus remains on what emerges next, both in terms of the legal process and Woods’ future in the sport.
