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Tiger Woods’ latest brush with the law leaves questions why golf remains so beholden to him
Desire to remain relevant is understandable, but a glance at his behavioural pattern casts doubt on his PGA Tour and Ryder Cup involvement
TL;DR
- Tiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after his car overturned.
- Woods refused to provide a urine sample to police.
- He previously made a televised apology for extramarital affairs in 2010.
- His competitive relevance in golf has diminished, with his last serious competition in July 2024.
- Despite past incidents and declining performance, the PGA of America wants him to captain the Ryder Cup team, and the PGA Tour has placed him on its board and a schedule-reshaping committee.
- Woods has a history of legal and personal issues, including previous arrests and a serious car crash in 2021.
- The article questions why golf remains so dependent on Woods, suggesting his celebrity status allows him to bypass normal standards.