Tiger Woods Called Out for ‘Selfish’ DUI Decision by PGA Tour Star

Tiger Woods is taking time away from golf to prioritize his health and recovery following his recent arrest on suspicion of DUI. That means Woods is not at the Masters this week, but he's still on the minds of the golfers who are.

Longtime PGA Tour star Jason Day referred to Woods as his "hero," but also called out the 15-time major champion for being "a little bit selfish" with his decision to get behind the wheel.

Woods, 50, was involved in a rollover car crash in Florida on March 27. While he blew a 0.00 at the scene, the five-time Masters champion refused a urinalysis and admitted to taking painkillers earlier in the day.

Police also found two loose hydrocodone pills in Woods' pocket.

Day shares his thoughts

“In regards to Tiger, it just shows the human element and the human side of someone that is struggling with some sort of an addiction,” Day told reporters Monday. “He’s not immune to it just because he can hit a golf ball really well.

“He’s had 25 to 30 something surgeries, and when you’re going through that many procedures, it’s painful coming out of those procedures. I’ve had procedures done and I typically try and stay away from all that stuff because I just know that — painkillers, there can potentially be a downfall to it."

Day admitted to having sympathy for Woods' issues, but didn't let his idol off the hook for allegedly driving under the influence.

“When I look at [Woods], I look at it and go, he’s just a human being like everyone else and we have struggles,” Day said, via Yahoo Sports. “It’s unfortunate. The only thing that I don’t understand is that it’s a little bit selfish of him to drive and put other people in harm’s way, as well.

“But when you’re the player that he was and how strong-willed he is, he thinks he can do almost anything, and that’s probably why he’s probably driving and a little bit under the influence.”

Woods also missing Champions Dinner

By skipping the Masters, Woods will also miss the annual Champions Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday night.

This year's version is hosted by Rory McIlroy, who won the green jacket last year.

“Unfortunately, there will be a couple of guys that won’t be in that room, which is a shame, but I want to make sure that they’re acknowledged as well,” McIlroy said, referring to Woods and Phil Mickelson, who is missing the Masters due to a family health issue.

“They’ve been two of the greatest champions that the Masters has ever seen. But it’s going to be a really cool night. I can’t wait. I hope everyone enjoys the dinner and enjoys everything that I’ve selected.”

The 2026 Masters will get underway Thursday morning from Augusta National in Georgia.