Tiger Woods' Masters Absence, DUI Arrest, and Comeback Plans

0:00On April 3rd, Bodycam footage from Tiger Woods' DUI arrest last Friday in Jupiter Island, Florida, caught the golf legend chatting about the masters. While sitting in a police car, the 15-time major winner told officers he was hoping to play in the tournament, even mentioning a putter from his 14 major wins. Earlier this week, Augusta National confirmed, Woods won't tee off at the Masters next week. The first major of the season, the club chairman said they fully support him focusing on his health and his presence will still be felt there even if he's not in person. Woods entered a not guilty plea, waved a raiment and demanded a jury trial. In his statement, he omitted the seriousness of the situation and announced he's stepping away from golf to seek treatment and prioritize recovery for himself and his family. Deputies noted signs of impairment, like sweating, slow movements, bloodshot eyes, and he had prescription opioids on him. They ran field sobriety tests after his car collided with another.

1:00This marks his second DUI arrest in the last decade, following a 2017 incident in the same area where he fell asleep behind the wheel. Meanwhile, Woods recently signed up for the US senior open in early July, showing he's eyeing a comeback once he gets healthier and stronger. That wraps entertainment and celebrity news today, brought to you with AI.