Tiger Woods Arrested After Florida Rollover Crash Days Following First Competition Since 2024

Police investigating DUI charge after 15-time major champion shows signs of impairment at crash scene.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:14pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a fractured, geometric representation of a golf course, golf clubs, and a crashed car, conveying the chaotic nature of Tiger Woods' latest accident and the uncertainty surrounding his future in the sport.A cubist interpretation of the aftermath of Tiger Woods' latest car crash, reflecting the fragmented nature of the incident and the uncertain future facing the golf legend.Los Angeles Today

Tiger Woods, the 50-year-old 15-time major golf champion, was arrested on Friday following a car crash in Florida. According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Woods was driving his Land Rover SUV when he hit the back of a pressure washer vehicle, causing his car to roll over. Woods showed signs of impairment after crawling out of the passenger side door and was charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a urine test.

Why it matters

This latest incident raises new concerns about Woods' future in golf, coming just days after his return to competition following a long absence due to injuries. Woods has a history of car accidents and previous DUI-related incidents, which have impacted his ability to compete at the highest level in recent years.

The details

According to the Martin County Sheriff, Woods was following a pressure washer vehicle when he hit the back of it, causing his Land Rover SUV to roll over. Woods showed signs of impairment and was placed under arrest. He refused to submit to a urine test, so authorities may never determine the exact substance that contributed to his impairment. No injuries were reported in the crash.

  • The crash occurred on Friday, March 27, 2026.
  • Woods had recently returned to competition earlier in the week, playing for his Jupiter Links team in The Golf League finals.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 50-year-old 15-time major golf champion who was recently considering a return to the PGA Tour and a potential role as U.S. Ryder Cup captain in 2027.

John Budensiek

The Martin County Sheriff who provided details about Woods' arrest and the crash investigation.

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What they’re saying

“This could have been a lot worse.”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff

What’s next

The PGA Tour and Woods' management have not commented publicly on the incident, and it remains to be seen how this latest arrest will impact Woods' potential return to competition and his future in the sport.

The takeaway

Tiger Woods' latest car crash and DUI arrest raise serious concerns about his well-being and ability to continue competing at the highest level of golf. This incident comes as a setback just as Woods was considering a return to the PGA Tour, underscoring the ongoing challenges he has faced with injuries and off-the-course issues throughout his storied career.