Tiger Woods. 50, has declined the role of United States Ryder Cup captain for 2027, the PGA of America announced, citing his need to prioritize his health after a recent car crash in Florida. Woods was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after an accident involving a truck on Friday, and the incident occurred when his car clipped the truck and rolled over, according to police reports.

Legal Proceedings and Health Concerns

Following the crash. Woods was charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test — he submitted a written plea of not guilty via his lawyers on Tuesday, according to the PGA of America. Woods has been granted permission by a Florida judge to leave the United States to seek treatment at an inpatient facility abroad, the PGA stated.

The PGA of America expressed its support for Woods, noting that they commend him for prioritizing his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision. The organization added it stands in full support of Woods and has ‘sincere hope for his strength, comfort, and recovery.’

Ryder Cup History and Future Plans

Woods has competed at the Ryder Cup eight times for the USA, with his first appearance in 1997 and last in 2018, but However, he has only won the biennial showpiece once in 1999 at Brookline in Massachusetts. The 2027 Ryder Cup between the US and Europe will take place at Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland, from 17-19 September.

Keegan Bradley captained the US team at Bethpage Black last year, and Woods was among the favorites to take the role next year; When asked about the captaincy in recent months, Woods said he was undecided. Luke Donald’s third term as European captain for 2027 was confirmed last month.

Details of the Car Crash and Medical Concerns

Following last week’s crash, authorities found two white pills in Woods’ pocket, which were identified as hydrocodone – an opioid used to treat pain, as Officers reported that Woods appeared ‘lethargic and slow’ while ‘sweating profusely’ with ‘extremely dilated’ pupils, and that his ‘normal faculties were impaired.’

Woods has had multiple surgeries following a serious road accident in 2021 and has played only a limited schedule — a Florida judge approved Woods’ request to leave the United States to seek treatment at a full inpatient treatment facility. Woods’ attorney, Douglas Duncan, said doctors have recommended an ‘intensive, highly individualised and medically integrated programme’ for the golfer, away from the media and public scrutiny.

Duncan said the urgent level of care Woods needs cannot be safely done within the US, ‘as his privacy has been repeatedly compromised.’ Woods has been given permission by a judge to seek treatment overseas, and the PGA of America said it will share further updates on the future captaincy ‘when appropriate.’