Tiger Woods Hopes to Play Masters After Crash

Legendary golfer recovering from serious injuries sustained in March rollover accident.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:34pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting fragmented, overlapping shapes in shades of green, brown, and blue, representing the complex challenges of a golf swing or course.The prospect of Tiger Woods' return to the Masters just weeks after a serious car accident has captivated the golf world.Jupiter Today

Despite sustaining serious injuries in a March 27 rollover car accident in Jupiter, Florida, 15-time major champion Tiger Woods is still hoping to play in the upcoming Masters tournament, according to video footage of the accident scene.

Why it matters

Woods' potential return to the Masters would be a major storyline in the golf world, as the iconic tournament marks a symbolic start to the new season. However, the severity of his injuries raises questions about his ability to compete at the highest level again.

The details

In video footage from the accident scene, an investigator is seen asking Woods directly: 'Are you golfing in the Masters this year?' to which Woods responded that he was hoping to play. The accident occurred when Woods' black Land Rover SUV veered off the road and rolled over multiple times in Jupiter, Florida.

  • The accident occurred on March 27, 2026.
  • The 2026 Masters tournament is scheduled for April 10-13.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 15-time major champion golfer who is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

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What they’re saying

“Are you golfing in the Masters this year?”

— Investigator

“I'm hoping to play.”

— Tiger Woods

What’s next

Woods' recovery and ability to compete in the Masters will be closely watched in the coming weeks leading up to the tournament.

The takeaway

Tiger Woods' potential return to the Masters just weeks after a serious car accident would be a remarkable comeback, but the severity of his injuries casts doubt on whether he will be able to compete at the highest level again.