Tiger Woods arrested, charged with DUI after rollover crash in Florida

Tiger Woods arrested, charged with DUI after rollover crash in Florida

The New York Times general

Key Points:

  • Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) after a two-vehicle crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, where his Land Rover rolled onto its side; he showed signs of impairment but tested negative for alcohol on a breathalyzer and refused a urinalysis.
  • Woods was charged with DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, both misdemeanors, and was held in Martin County Jail for at least eight hours under protective custody.
  • The crash occurred when Woods attempted to overtake a truck that was turning left on a two-lane road, resulting in Woods' vehicle clipping the truck and rolling over; neither driver was injured.
  • This incident follows Woods' recent return to competitive golf after multiple surgeries, including Achilles tendon repair and lumbar disc replacement, and comes ahead of the 2026 Masters, which Woods has not yet confirmed participation in.
  • The crash echoes Woods' 2021 rollover accident in California, which caused severe leg injuries and required multiple surgeries, highlighting ongoing challenges with his health and driving safety.

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