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Tiger Woods car crash: Golf legend hospitalized after Florida collision

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Tiger Woods was hospitalized following a single-vehicle crash in Florida on Tuesday, the latest in a series of serious incidents for the 15-time major champion. The Martin County Sheriff's Office confirmed the golfer was involved in a collision on Jupiter Island around 7:00 AM local time (12:00 GMT). According to the BBC's CBS partner, a Martin County Fire Rescue source reported a two-car crash where one vehicle rolled over.

While one person is stable and another refused hospital treatment, Woods' condition remains undisclosed. Police are scheduled to provide an update later Tuesday. This incident echoes Woods' 2021 crash in Los Angeles, where he suffered extensive leg injuries and was fortunate to survive, forcing him to miss the Masters.

It also recalls his 2017 arrest for driving under the influence near his Florida home, where a toxicology report revealed prescription medications and marijuana's active ingredient in his system. The 2009 incident where he hit a hydrant and tree outside his home led to revelations of extramarital affairs, ending his marriage and sponsorship deals. No details on the crash's cause or Woods' injuries have been released yet.