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Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash


Tim Coxon

Tim Coxon

02 April 2026

The 50-year-old was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.

He was also charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test.

The 15-times major champion submitted a written plea of not guilty via his lawyers on Tuesday.

That came after a police report earlier on Tuesday detailed his behaviour after the crash.

It said Woods had two hydrocodone pills in his pocket - an opioid used to treat severe pain - and that officers observed him acting "lethargic and slow" while "sweating profusely" with "extremely dilated" pupils.

Speaking about the incident for the first time, Woods wrote on X: "I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today.

"I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritise my wellbeing and work toward lasting recovery."

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