Golfer Tiger Woods, a 15-time major winner, was arrested this Friday on charges of property damage and refusal to submit to a urine test after being involved in a car crash on Jupiter Island in Florida, USA. At the time, Woods attributed the situation to a mix of painkillers and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving. This Friday's accident represents the third vehicular incident documented in his public record. At 50, Woods has accumulated 82 wins on the PGA Tour, a figure that ties the all-time record, although his greatest days of glory are behind him: his last major was in 2019 at the Masters. The golfer was working on his competitive return after a series of physical issues, including an Achilles tendon rupture in 2025 and back surgery in the same year, which had kept him away from the golf course. His last official tournament appearance was at The Open Championship in 2024. Tiger Woods, the renowned golfer with 15 major victories, was arrested this Friday in Florida after being involved in a car accident in which his vehicle overturned, local authorities reported. The incident occurred on Jupiter Island shortly before 2:00 PM local time when the golfer attempted to pass a pickup truck with a trailer at high speed on a narrow road. Subsequently, the golfer may be released on bail. Woods' Accident History and Legal Background This is not the first time the American has faced an episode of this kind. In February 2021, Woods suffered open fractures to his tibia and fibula in a serious accident in Los Angeles that put his career in serious jeopardy. Woods was working to return to competition after rupturing his Achilles tendon in 2025. The golfer was traveling alone at the time of the crash and was not injured. The maneuver ended in a rear-end collision that caused his Land Rover to overturn. The charges Tiger Woods faces following the traffic accident According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Woods faces charges of driving under the influence (DUI), property damage, and refusal to submit to a urine test. Authorities indicated that the famous golfer tested negative for alcohol but showed signs of impairment. According to the police report, he was 'lethargic at the scene,' although his attitude during the intervention was described as 'cooperative.' 'He was cooperative, although he did not want to incriminate himself,' stated the officer, who added that Woods will remain in custody for at least eight hours.
