Tiger Woods was charged with DUI involving property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test after a rollover crash on March 27, 2026, in Jupiter Island, Florida. The 50-year-old golf legend showed signs of impairment despite a breathalyzer reading of 0.000; he was released from jail later that evening after about eight hours.
Tiger Woods was involved in a dramatic rollover crash on Friday, March 27, 2026, around 2 p.m. ET, on a two-lane road with a 30 mph limit near 281 Beach Road in Jupiter Island, Florida, where he resides. According to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, Woods, driving a Range Rover, attempted to pass a truck (described variably as a pickup or pressure cleaner)—clipped its trailer at high speed, causing his vehicle to flip onto the driver's side. Woods climbed out the passenger window, appearing lethargic with signs of impairment but uninjured, as was the other driver. No hospital transport was needed.
Deputies noted impairment, administered field sobriety tests (which he failed), and arrested him on suspicion of DUI. A breathalyzer at Martin County Jail registered triple zeros, but Woods refused a urine test, leading to misdemeanor charges of DUI with property damage and refusal to submit. He was held separately for safety, released on bail after approximately eight hours—reportedly sneaking out a side door to avoid paparazzi. His mugshot shows a straight-faced expression. Sheriff Budensiek emphasized at a press conference: 'The law applies to everyone.' No statement yet from Woods' representatives.
This is not Woods' first road incident: a 2017 DUI charge in Jupiter (pled to reckless driving, blamed on medications), a 2009 crash, and a severe 2021 single-car accident in California (nearly cost him a leg, no charges). Recently back from surgery and an Achilles injury, he had participated in a TGL simulator event days prior. Former President Trump called him 'a very close friend... some difficulty.' Rumors swirl of Woods dating Vanessa Trump (ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.). The golf community offered support, with a PGA pro posting 'Praying for Tiger.' Investigation continues, with questions around possible medications.
