Tiger Woods Arrested for DUI After Rollover Crash in Florida

The golf legend was involved in a two-car accident on March 27 near his home in Jupiter Island.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:05am

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Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence after being involved in a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida on March 27. The 50-year-old golf legend was alone in his Land Rover when he swerved to avoid colliding with another vehicle, causing his car to overturn. Neither Woods nor the other driver were injured in the incident.

Why it matters

This is the latest legal issue for Woods, who has faced several high-profile personal and professional challenges over the past decade, including a 2017 DUI arrest. The crash and arrest raise concerns about Woods' well-being and ability to safely operate a vehicle.

The details

According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Woods' Land Rover was clipped by a pickup truck pulling a trailer as Woods attempted to overtake the other vehicle at high speed on the small two-lane road. Woods was able to exit the overturned vehicle through the passenger side window. He told authorities he was "not sure" if he was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

  • The crash occurred shortly after 2 p.m. local time on March 27, 2026.
  • Woods was released from the Martin County Jail late on the night of March 27.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 50-year-old professional golfer who has won 15 major championships and is considered one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek

The sheriff who confirmed details of the crash and Woods' arrest to the media.

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What they’re saying

“The driver of [the pickup truck] looked in his mirror and saw a dark colored Land Rover overtaking him at high speeds. He tried to edge off to the side of the road, but this is a small two-lane road and there was no shoulder for this pressure cleaner gentleman to get off the side of the road. As he was trying to move to the side of the road, the Land Rover overtook him at the last minute, swerved to avoid a collision, but clipped the back end of the trailer.”

— Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek

What’s next

It is unclear if Woods will face any charges related to the DUI arrest. The incident is the latest in a series of personal and legal troubles for the golf legend over the past decade.

The takeaway

This crash and DUI arrest are the latest setbacks in Tiger Woods' storied but turbulent career. The incident raises concerns about his well-being and ability to safely operate a vehicle, underscoring the ongoing challenges he has faced both on and off the golf course in recent years.