Tiger Woods Reveals Trump Phone Call in Police Bodycam Footage After Florida Crash
Golf legend Tiger Woods made a startling revelation to police officers moments after his recent high-speed crash in Florida, as newly released bodycam video shows. The footage captures Woods on a phone call before telling authorities he had just spoken to former President Donald Trump, adding a surprising political dimension to the incident.
Crash Details and Immediate Aftermath
The accident occurred when Woods attempted to pass another vehicle at excessive speed on a residential road. His SUV clipped a trailer and rolled over onto its side, causing significant damage. Police arrived to find Woods moving around the scene, talking on his phone, and interacting with officers before formal testing procedures began.
In the video, Woods can be seen standing at a distance while an officer calls him back. As the officer approaches, Woods appears to still be engaged in his phone conversation. The officer asks him to come closer and remain with them.
The Trump Revelation
A few seconds later, Woods ends his call and walks toward the police. He says clearly, "Thank you so much… all right, you got it, thank you, bye." Then he tells officers, "I was just talking with the president."
Woods has maintained a relationship with Trump for years. During Trump's first term, Woods received the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the two have reportedly stayed in touch since then.
Woods' Condition and Evidence Found
According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Woods displayed clear signs of impairment at the scene. Officers described him as:
- Tired and fatigued
- Sweaty and unsteady on his feet
- Having bloodshot eyes with very wide pupils
In another clip, Woods is seen kneeling on the roadside explaining the crash in simple terms: "I looked down at my phone, and all of a sudden… boom!"
When officers searched Woods, they discovered two pills marked "M367" in his pocket. This medication is a form of hydrocodone used for managing strong pain. Woods agreed to a breath test, which showed no alcohol in his system, but he refused a urine test, making it more difficult for authorities to determine the exact cause of his impaired condition.
Field Sobriety Test and Charges
During field sobriety testing, Woods struggled significantly to maintain his balance. The sheriff later noted that while Woods was cooperative with officers, he was clearly not fit to operate a vehicle safely.
Woods faces several charges including:
- Driving under the influence
- Reckless driving
- Possession of controlled substances without prescription
Historical Context and Additional Details
This incident marks another chapter in Woods' troubled history with vehicles and substances. He faced a similar arrest in 2017 and survived a serious crash in 2021 that resulted in major leg injuries requiring extensive rehabilitation.
Later in the bodycam footage, Woods walks past a police car and speaks to a man identified by TMZ as his manager. While parts of this conversation are difficult to hear clearly, reports indicate Woods mentioned that the president was "very apologetic" during their phone conversation.
The release of this bodycam footage has raised numerous questions about what exactly transpired in the moments following the crash and the nature of Woods' relationship with the former president during this personal crisis.
