Tiger Woods will not captain the United States at next year’s Ryder Cup after his decision to take a hiatus from golf following his car crash.
The 50-year-old was arrested on Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), leading to a crash near his home in Jupiter, south Florida.
The golfing legend’s arrest report emerged on Tuesday, with police detailing that hydrocodone pills were found in his pockets and he had “bloodshot” eyes when he was detained.
Woods entered a plea of not guilty on Tuesday evening, before issuing a statement that confirmed he would be taking time away from the sport to “prioritise my well-being and work toward lasting recovery,” as he put it on social media.
Now, he has decided to inform the PGA of America that he will not lead the US team for next year’s Ryder Cup, having been the favourite to assume control of the side in 2027.
The next Ryder Cup will take place at Adare Manor in Ireland, after Team Europe stunned the hosts last year at Bethpage Black amid a hostile atmosphere.
The PGA of America issued two statements itself, supporting Woods’ decision to take a break from golf.
The latest confirmed Woods’ decision to not captain Team USA next year.
“We commend Tiger for prioritising his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision,” the statement read.
"Tiger has shared with us that he will not serve as captain of the 2027 US Ryder Cup team and we support his decision.
“The PGA of America will share further updates regarding the Ryder Cup captaincy when appropriate."
The first said: "The PGA of America stands in full support of Tiger Woods as he steps away to focus on his health and well-being.
"During this time, we are keeping Tiger in our thoughts and prayers, with sincere hope for his strength, comfort, and recovery."
"Tiger has shared with us that he will not serve as captain of the 2027 US Ryder Cup team and we support his decision. The PGA of America will share further updates regarding the Ryder Cup captaincy when appropriate."
In his professional career, Woods 82 PGA Tour titles, joint-first with his compatriot Sam Snead.
He won the green jacket at the Augusta Masters five times, most recently in 2019, to go along with his 10 other major titles across the PGA Championship, The Open, and the US Open.
