Moments after his Range Rover flipped in a devastating Florida crash late last month, golf legend Tiger Woods was still thinking about Augusta. Newly released bodycam footage reveals that the 15-time major champion told responding officers he was actively planning to compete in the upcoming Masters tournament.
The video, captured during the March 27 incident, shows emergency responders asking the golfer if he needed anything salvaged from his overturned vehicle. Woods immediately requested his golf clubs. What followed was a surprisingly casual exchange amid the wreckage, with Woods pointing out that the bag contained the legendary putter he has used to secure all of his major championships.
"They don't call you the GOAT for nothin', man," one officer remarked before asking the burning question on the minds of golf fans everywhere: "Are you going for The Masters this year?"
Woods replied simply, "I'm hoping to."
Retrieving the priceless clubs proved to be a chaotic task. Once the wrecked SUV was flipped upright, officers had to smash the rear window to safely pull out the bag—complete with its iconic tiger headcover. The clubs were subsequently handed over to Woods' manager, who had arrived at the scene.
Unfortunately for golf fans, Woods' hopes for a miraculous Augusta comeback have officially been dashed. Following his arrest for suspected DUI and refusal to submit to a urine test, it was confirmed that Woods will not be present when the tournament kicks off on April 9. The legendary golfer last competed at The Masters in 2024, though speculation about a return had been brewing after he recently participated in a TGL event.
Instead of chasing another green jacket, Woods is stepping away from the sport to focus on his recovery. He is reportedly seeking professional treatment internationally to ensure his privacy.
In a recent statement regarding his hiatus, Woods expressed his commitment to doing the work required to "return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally."