Golf icon Tiger Woods has ruled himself out of captaining the United States Ryder Cup team following his recent arrest for DUI with property damage after a rollover car crash in Jupiter Island, Florida.
The development comes after Woods entered a plea of not guilty to the charges but confirmed plans to seek treatment, for which he has been granted permission to travel abroad.
The PGA of America has now announced that Woods has officially withdrawn his name from consideration to lead Team USA at Adare Manor in Ireland.
“The PGA of America stands in full support of Tiger Woods as he steps away to focus on his health and well-being. … We commend Tiger for prioritizing his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision. Tiger has shared with us that he will not serve as Captain of the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup Team, and we support his decision. The PGA of America will share further updates regarding the Ryder Cup Captaincy when appropriate.”
The organization also expressed continued support for the golfing legend during this period.
“We are keeping Tiger Woods in our thoughts and prayers, with sincere hope for his strength, comfort and recovery. Tiger has meant to much to our Association and to the game of golf. Since his Ryder Cup debut in 1997, he has been an enduring part of the PGA of America family.
‘His connection to our PGA of America Golf Professionals, and his lasting impact on the sport, have inspired generations and profoundly shaped the game.
‘We commend Tiger Woods for prioritising his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision. Tiger has shared with us that he will not serve as captain of the 2027 Ryder Cup team and we support his decision. The PGA of America will share further updates regarding the Ryder Cup captaincy when appropriate.’
