Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links Golf Club watches before match against Los Angeles Golf Club at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida on March 24, 2026.
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Tiger Woods’ future in professional golf remains uncertain as he seeks treatment following a rollover car accident last week.
Woods was arrested for drunk driving after the accident at Jupiter Island, Fla., his second rollover in five years, and said in a statement on X that he would retire from golf “to return to a healthier, stronger and more focused place.”
Woods did not provide a timetable for his return, only that he would step away for a “period of time.”
On Wednesday, the PGA of America announced that Woods will no longer captain the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup team.
“We support his decision,” the PGA of America said in a statement on X. “We commend Tiger for prioritizing his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision.”
The latest developments leave Woods, at least temporarily, on the sidelines of the sport that made him a household name. The golf community has rallied around the sport’s biggest star as he pledges to “focus on his health,” and the PGA Tour said in a statement that Woods has the organization’s full support.
“Tiger Woods is a legend of our sport whose impact extends far beyond his accomplishments on the course. But above all, Tiger is a person and we are focused on his health and well-being,” the tour said.
Off the course, Woods has served as chairman of the PGA Tour’s Future Competitions Committee since August. This group was tasked with creating a vision for the future of professional golf.
A PGA Tour spokesperson said Woods would return to that role when he was ready to do so.
Golf Channel analyst and former tour professional Brandel Chamblee suggested it might be time for Woods to consider retirement after his latest accident. Woods, 50, is recovering from various injuries sustained during his 2021 car accident.
“Why would he still need to play golf?” » Chamblee asked Friday on Golf Channel’s “Golf Central.” “I think he should probably ask himself that question. Consider not playing golf anymore.”
Until Friday’s accident, Woods remained hopeful of participating in the next Masters tournament this month.
Augusta National Golf Club President Fred Ridley confirmed this week that Woods would not play.
“Even though Tiger won’t be joining us in person next week, his presence will be felt here in Augusta,” Ridley said. “Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament fully support Tiger Woods as he focuses on his well-being.”
TGR, Woods’ educational foundation, said it remains committed to serving its students and communities.
“Our hearts go out to our founder as he takes the necessary time to focus on his health,” CEO Hrag Hamalian said in a statement.
Woods’ clothing brand, Sun Day Red, also expressed support this week.
“He is not just our partner, he is our friend. We are here for him and we remain focused on the work we are building together,” the company said in a post on the Meta-owned Threads platform.
TGL, the indoor golf league founded by Woods and Rory McIlroy, declined to comment on the hiatus and Woods’ potential return.
Woods made his first TGL appearance of the season for the Jupiter Links team last week in front of a notable crowd. ESPN said nearly 1 million viewers watched Woods’ return, making it the largest audience this season.