Woods is out of the Masters and seeking rehab after DUI arrest; he's a five-time champ battling health and legal issues.
Tiger Woods has decided not to serve as captain of the 2027 US Ryder Cup team following his recent DUI arrest and health issues. Woods announced his decision after a rollover crash in Florida, where he was found with pain medication and refused a urine test. He plans to seek inpatient treatment abroad, delaying his return to competitive golf.
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will not participate in the 2026 Masters due to personal and health issues. Woods is seeking treatment after a DUI arrest, while Mickelson is attending to a family health matter. Their absences mark the first time since 1994 neither will compete.
Tiger Woods is absent from the Masters after his recent arrest for DUI in Florida, where police found painkillers in his pocket. Woods has announced he is seeking treatment outside the U.S. to focus on recovery. The incident has cast a shadow over his participation in the tournament.