Who Is Tiger Woods? 15-Time Major Champion Arrested Again on DUI Charge in Florida Rollover Crash; Fourth Known Car Accident for Woods Since 2009

By Samira Vishwas On Mar 28, 2026

Tiger Woods Arrest: Tiger Woods, the 15-time major golf champion, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence Friday afternoon following a rollover car crash near his Florida home. The 50-year-old blew a 0.00 on a Breathalyzer but exhibited “signs of impairment” at the scene and refused a urinalysis test, according to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek.

The accident occurred around 2 p.m. ET near 281 South Beach Road. Woods’ Land Rover clipped the back of a truck pulling a pressure cleaner and turned over onto its driver’s side. Woods crawled out through the passenger door. Neither driver was injured.

Who is Tiger Woods?

Eldrick “Tiger” Woods is a 15-time major champion and widely considered one of the greatest golfers of all time. Born on Dec. 30, 1975, he turned professional in 1996 and revolutionized the sport with his dominance, athleticism, and global appeal.

What Happened in the Crash?

According to Sheriff Budensiek, a truck pulling a trailer was headed northbound when the driver saw Woods’ Land Rover speeding toward him. The truck was unable to get out of the way, and while Woods tried to swerve, he clipped the back end of the trailer and flipped onto the driver’s side. Woods crawled out of the passenger door.

Police observed signs of impairment at the scene. “He was lethargic on scene, but that was, we believe, because of what he was intoxicated on,” Budensiek said, suggesting Woods was “not impaired by alcohol but rather some type of medication or drug.” Woods refused a urinalysis test and was booked on DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit charges.

Has Woods Been in Other Car Accidents?

This is the fourth known car accident involving Woods since 2009. In November 2009, he crashed an SUV into a fire hydrant and tree outside his Florida home, leading to revelations of infidelity and a hiatus from golf. In May 2017, he was arrested on a DUI charge in Jupiter after police found him asleep behind the wheel; he later pleaded guilty to reckless driving.

In February 2021, Woods suffered severe leg injuries in a rollover crash in Southern California. Authorities observed no impairment, but he underwent multiple surgeries and took nearly 10 months to recover.

What Is Woods’ Recent Health Status?

Woods has undergone seven back surgeries since 2014. He had a torn Achilles and underwent back surgery in October 2025, his second inside 13 months, to replace a collapsed lumbar disc. He played competitive golf for the first time since that surgery on Tuesday in the TGL Finals.

There has been speculation Woods could attempt to play in the 2026 Masters in two weeks, but he has not disclosed his official status for the first major of the season. His last tournament was The Open Championship in July 2024.

FAQs: Tiger Woods – Rollover Crash in Florida

Q: How old is Tiger Woods?

A: He is 50 years old, born Dec. 30, 1975.

Q: How many majors has he won?

A: 15 major championships, second only to Jack Nicklaus’ 18.

Q: What happened in Friday’s crash?

A: Woods’ Land Rover overturned after clipping a truck’s trailer. He was arrested for DUI, property damage, and refusing a urinalysis test.

Q: Did he fail a Breathalyzer?

A: He blew 0.00, but police said he showed signs of impairment from “medication or drugs.”

Q: Has he been arrested before?

A: In May 2017, he was arrested on a DUI charge in Jupiter and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving.

Q: Will he play in the 2026 Masters?

A: He has not disclosed his status. The first major of the season begins in two weeks.