American golfer Tiger Woods is facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge after prosecutors requested access to his medical and prescription drug records following a car crash near his Florida home last month.
The request comes after Tiger Woods, widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, was formally charged with DUI and refusing to submit to a urine test following the March 27 incident.
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Authorities say both drivers escaped injury after Tiger Woods’s vehicle clipped a truck while attempting to overtake on a residential road, flipping onto its side before coming to a stop.
Prosecutors Demand Medication Details
Florida prosecutors are seeking records from prescription drug dispensaries detailing the type and quantity of medication Woods had been taking. A court filing also requests that his legal team disclose any warnings he received about operating a vehicle while on those medications.
The subpoena is set to be issued on April 22, with Tiger Woods’s lawyers given 10 days to file any objections.
Officers at the scene reported that Woods appeared impaired and found two Norco pills, containing the opioid hydrocodone, in his possession. Woods reportedly told deputies he had taken “a few” prescription medications earlier that day.
History of Injuries and Surgeries
Tiger Woods informed authorities he has undergone seven back operations and more than 20 surgeries on his right leg. He previously sustained severe leg injuries in a 2021 car crash in California and has had multiple procedures over the years, including surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon.
The 15-time major champion has not competed at the PGA Tour level since missing the cut at The Open Championship in 2024.
Comeback Plans on Hold
Tiger Woods had been considering a return at The Masters, but has now stepped away from golf indefinitely as he focuses on recovery at a treatment facility in Switzerland.
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley expressed support for the golfer’s decision.
“We fully support Tiger’s recent decision to focus on his health and well-being,” Ridley said.
“Our commitment to the TGR Foundation and to Tiger personally has not wavered. We wish him the very best.”
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