Tiger Woods declines 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy; can leave US for treatment

Tiger Woods has declined the 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy to focus on his health following a car crash and DUI arrest in Florida. A judge granted Woods permission to leave the United States for an intensive, private inpatient treatment program outside the country. His lawyer cited the need for specialized care unavailable in the US due to media scrutiny. Woods faces misdemeanor DUI charges after his car accident where he told police he was distracted before the crash. While a breathalyzer showed no alcohol, he refused a urinalysis test.

Tiger Woods has declined the offer to be the Ryder Cup captain as he steps away from golf to focus on his health. This decision follows his recent arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida, where his SUV crashed. Woods has entered a not guilty plea and announced he will seek treatment. A judge approved his request to leave the country for comprehensive inpatient treatment, citing the need for privacy and specialized care unavailable in the United States due to public scrutiny. The location of the treatment facility was not disclosed.