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Tiger Woods Charged with DUI, Will Miss 2026 Masters
The golf legend's recent legal troubles and injury setbacks mean he won't be competing at Augusta National this year.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:36am
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Tiger Woods, one of the most successful and dominant golfers of all time, will not be participating in the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National. The 50-year-old has faced a series of injury setbacks in recent years, and was recently charged with driving under the influence after an alleged high-speed incident involving a pickup truck. While Woods is a lifetime invitee to the Masters, his recent legal troubles and lack of competitive play mean he will not be joining the field this April.
Why it matters
Tiger Woods' absence from the 2026 Masters is a significant development in the golf world, as he is one of the sport's all-time greats and his participation is always a major draw for fans and media. His recent legal issues and ongoing physical challenges raise questions about the future of his storied career.
The details
According to reports, Woods was involved in an incident where he allegedly rear-ended a pickup truck at a high rate of speed. Photos from the scene showed Woods' SUV on its side, and two vehicles were involved in the crash. Woods was charged with driving under the influence, adding to his recent legal troubles. The 50-year-old has also faced a number of injury setbacks in recent years that have limited his competitive play, with his last Masters victory coming in 2019.
- Woods was last victorious at the Masters in 2019.
- He has not competed at the Masters since 2025, when Rory McIlroy won his first career green jacket.
- Woods was charged with driving under the influence in connection with the recent incident.
The players
Tiger Woods
One of the greatest and most dominant golfers of all time, with 15 major championships and 5 Masters titles. However, his career has been derailed in recent years by injuries and legal troubles.
Rory McIlroy
A four-time major champion who won his first career Masters title in 2025, joining Woods as a career Grand Slam winner.
Fred Ridley
The chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, who issued a statement supporting Woods as he focuses on his well-being, despite his absence from the 2026 Masters.
What they’re saying
“Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament fully support Tiger Woods as he focuses on his well-being. Although Tiger will not be joining us in person next week, his presence will be felt here in Augusta.”
— Fred Ridley, Augusta National Chairman
What’s next
The legal process surrounding Woods' recent DUI charge will continue to unfold, and his future participation in major golf tournaments remains uncertain as he focuses on his health and well-being.
The takeaway
Tiger Woods' absence from the 2026 Masters is a stark reminder of the challenges he has faced in recent years, both on and off the golf course. While his legacy as one of the all-time greats is secure, his current struggles raise questions about whether he will be able to regain the form that made him so dominant in his prime.
