Summary
Tiger Woods received permission from a Florida judge to leave the U.S. for inpatient treatment due to charges related to driving under the influence. He decided not to participate as the U.S. captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup to focus on his health. Woods aims to recover privately and gain better access to necessary medical care outside the U.S.
Key Facts
- Tiger Woods can now travel abroad for treatment as allowed by a Florida judge.
- He faces misdemeanor charges for DUI after a crash in Jupiter, Florida.
- Woods's lawyer cited media scrutiny as a barrier to effective treatment in the U.S.
- No alcohol was detected, but Woods refused a drug test and said he took prescription pills.
- In 2017, Woods was also arrested for DUI and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
- Woods announced he is taking time away from golf to focus on his health.
- Woods will not be the U.S. captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup.
- The PGA of America supports his decision to prioritize health.
