New York, March 28 (NationPress) The golf community and social media were taken aback as former World No. 1 Tiger Woods was apprehended in Florida following a car incident close to his residence. Authorities shared a photo of the iconic golfer showing signs of impairment with bloodshot eyes.

Reports indicate that Woods, who recently made his comeback to the golf scene, was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence after a rollover accident near his home in Florida. This surprising news has sent shockwaves through the sports world.

Local law enforcement stated that the 50-year-old golfer revealed indications of “impairment” upon his arrest. Martin County police released a mugshot showcasing his bloodshot eyes. The multiple-time PGA champion was subsequently taken to the Martin County jail in Florida.

Despite initial concerns, authorities later dismissed the possibility of alcohol being a factor, although Woods declined to undergo a urinalysis.

Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek informed the press that Woods was operating a Land Rover that flipped over while attempting to pass a truck on a narrow two-lane road shortly before 2 PM near his Jupiter Island home. The vehicle struck a trailer, veered off course, and ended up on its side after skidding along the road.

“DUI investigators arrived on the scene and observed signs of impairment in Mr. Woods. Several tests were conducted. He did mention his injuries and past surgeries, which we considered, but thorough roadside evaluations were performed,” Budensiek elaborated.

“We weren’t initially suspicious of alcohol being involved, and that was confirmed at the jail. However, when we requested a urinalysis test, he refused. As a result, he has been charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test,” he added.

This marks at least the third incident involving Woods and a car crash, with the most recent being in February 2021, when his SUV careened off a coastal road in Los Angeles at high speed, leading to serious leg and ankle injuries. At that time, doctors considered amputation.

Since the 2021 crash, Woods has participated in 11 tournaments but has not finished closer than 16 shots behind the winner in the four events where he completed 72 holes.

Meanwhile, the golf community expressed their concern on Friday, while social media erupted with reactions to Woods’ arrest, featuring sarcastic comments and memes about the fallen icon’s situation.

“Tiger in the Woods again,” one user quipped on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“Tiger Woods doesn’t seem to know how to drive within bounds anymore,” another social media user remarked.