Tiger Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash
The golf champion was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.
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Notable Quotes
"I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"Tiger Woods is a legend of our sport whose impact extends far beyond his achievements on the course."
— Brian Rolapp , Executive
"I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today. I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"I’m committed to take the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger and more focused place, both personally and professionally."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"My thoughts are with him and his family as he takes this step, for which he has my full respect and support."
— Brian Rolapp , Executive
"I will step away and seek treatment to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
"I've been trying. Just this body is... it doesn't recover like it did when it was 24, 25. It doesn't mean I'm not trying."
— Tiger Woods , Athlete
Key People
Brian Rolapp is the PGA Tour chief executive and will succeed Jay Monahan as PGA Tour commissioner next year.
Douglas Duncan is the defense attorney for Tiger Woods.
Tiger Woods is a professional golfer and one of the most famous athletes in sports history.
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The golf champion was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.
Tiger Woods announced he is stepping away from golf to seek treatment after pleading not guilty to DUI charges following a car crash in Florida.
Tiger Woods announced he will seek treatment to prioritize his well-being and recovery following a recent car crash in Florida, marking his second absence from the Masters in as many years.
A police report detailing Tiger Woods' recent car crash reveals he was arrested on suspicion of DUI after crashing his Land Rover on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Tiger Woods was released on bail from Martin County Jail after his arrest following a car crash near his home in Jupiter, Florida.
Tiger Woods confirmed he plans to 'seek treatment' after pleading not guilty to charges stemming from his car crash in Florida on March 27.
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