Golf legend Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover car crash near his Jupiter Island home in Florida on Friday, with police currently investigating the incident.
Police investigation underway
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the afternoon collision but has not yet released any details regarding the cause of the accident or the condition of the 15-time major champion.
Emergency services responded to the scene just after 14:00 local time in the same coastal town where the golfing icon resides.
Law enforcement officials are currently conducting a thorough investigation, and a county sheriff is scheduled to provide a public briefing at 17:00 ET.
Return to competitive golf interrupted
This latest incident comes as the American sports star was actively working towards resuming his professional career following multiple physical setbacks.
The former world number one ruptured an Achilles tendon in March 2025 before undergoing further back surgery in October.
He recently made his first competitive appearance in over a year during Tuesday’s TGL finals.
During that indoor team event, his Jupiter Links GC franchise suffered a defeat against the Los Angeles Golf Club.
History of serious vehicular accidents
Tragically, the celebrated athlete is no stranger to severe road traffic collisions.
In February 2021, the legendary player suffered significant leg injuries in a devastating one-car crash in Southern California.
That previous vehicle rolled several times, leaving him trapped inside before emergency responders could safely extract him.
He subsequently required extensive emergency operations to treat open fractures to his lower right leg, alongside the insertion of a rod into his tibia and multiple pins in his foot and ankle.
The lingering effects of that severe trauma necessitated at least one additional surgical procedure in April 2023.
Legendary long jumper Mary Rand, the first British woman to win Olympic gold in track and field, has died in California at the age of 86.
Great Britain’s original “golden girl” made sporting history at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics by topping the podium with a world-record leap of 6.76m.
The Somerset-born athlete secured a remarkable three medals during those Games, adding pentathlon silver and 4x100m relay bronze to her historic gold.
This phenomenal single-Games haul by a British female competitor remained unmatched for six decades until cyclist Emma Finucane replicated the feat at Paris 2024.
A trailblazing career and lasting legacy
Born in Wells in February 1940, the versatile track star spent her final years living in the United States alongside her husband John Reese.
Following her triumphant performances in Japan, she was voted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 1964 and subsequently awarded an MBE.
The decorated jumper also claimed Commonwealth Games gold in Kingston in 1966, upgrading the silver medal she won eight years prior in Cardiff.
Her consistent international success additionally included two bronze medals secured at the 1962 European Championships.
Tributes paid to an unmatched talent
A severe Achilles tendon injury ultimately forced the former world record holder to retire from competitive sport shortly before the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City.
UK Athletics released a statement expressing deep sadness at the passing of the highly revered European and Commonwealth champion.
Ann Packer, who shared a room with her team-mate while winning her own gold medal in Tokyo, described her as the most gifted athlete she had ever seen.
“She was as good as athletes get, there has never been anything like her since, and I don’t believe there ever will.”
Ann Packer
The £23m Dubai World Cup meeting will proceed as planned at Meydan this Saturday, despite regional missile threats and recent heavy storms disrupting preparations.
The prestigious racing fixture in the United Arab Emirates continues a business-as-usual approach even as neighbouring conflicts escalate.
Local authorities state air defence systems have intercepted more than 2,200 missiles and drones since the onset of the current regional war.
Extreme weather has also hampered the buildup, with 58mm of overnight rain forcing the closure of the training track on Friday.
Global equine stars gather for lucrative prizes
Despite these geopolitical and meteorological challenges, the event has successfully attracted 101 runners from 16 different nations.
Three of the four highest-rated thoroughbreds on the planet will compete during the 30th running of the spectacular showcase.
Japanese sensation Forever Young enters the £9m marquee race as the overwhelming favourite to claim the ultimate prize.
Victory for the international globetrotter would remarkably push his career earnings past the £28m mark.
Ombudsman and Calandagan renew rivalries
British hopes rest largely on Ombudsman, who represents Sheikh Mohammed’s formidable Godolphin operation in the Dubai Turf.
The highly-rated raider returns to action 161 days after suffering defeat to Calandagan in the Champion Stakes at Ascot.
Trainer John Gosden previously secured three victories in this specific contest with stable star Lord North.
“This has been the plan since last October. He had a little away day at Chelmsford and we are happy with him,” Gosden said.
Calandagan himself will contest the Sheema Classic later in the evening to launch his seasonal campaign.
The French-trained gelding enjoyed a magnificent Group One-winning spree last year, culminating in a famous Japan Cup triumph.
Mullins sends Breeders’ Cup hero to Middle East
Trainer Francis-Henri Graffard remains unconcerned by the softened turf conditions awaiting his star performer.
“There has been a lot of rain and I don’t think that will bother Calandagan, though I don’t expect it will become really deep ground like we have in Europe,” Graffard noted.
Willie Mullins also brings high-profile representation with surprise Breeders’ Cup Turf victor Ethical Diamond.
“It’s the start of a long year for him but we’ve tried to get him as fit as we can,” the legendary Irish handler explained.
The elite field is completed by Giavellotto, making a fourth career appearance at the desert venue for Marco Botti.
British heavyweight Derek Chisora will face former WBC champion Deontay Wilder in his final professional fight at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday, 4 April.
The 42-year-old veteran has insisted this upcoming contest will finally draw the curtain on his long and attritional career.
He meets an American opponent whose own boxing future remains highly uncertain following a challenging run of recent results.
The former titleholder from Alabama has secured just two victories in his last six bruising outings.
Careers on the line in the capital
That damaging stretch includes three knockout defeats, two of which were heavily inflicted by domestic rival Tyson Fury.
Despite possessing a fearsome reputation as one of the hardest punchers in heavyweight history, the 40-year-old has appeared notably hesitant in recent bouts.
He will instead face a remarkably resilient opponent who is celebrated for his immense capacity to absorb punishment and constantly press forward.
Timings and undercard details
Main card action in London is scheduled to begin at 18:00 BST.
The headline ring walks for the highly anticipated farewell bout are expected to follow at approximately 22:00 BST.
Fans will be able to watch the heavyweight event worldwide via DAZN pay-per-view.
The supporting bill features an intriguing cruiserweight clash between Viddal Riley and Mateusz Masternak, alongside Denzel Bentley taking on Endry Saavedra.
Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney says there are no guarantees regarding Steve Borthwick’s future as England head coach until a review into their dismal Six Nations campaign concludes in April.
The national side suffered four defeats in their five tournament matches, marking their worst performance since the competition expanded in 2000.
While a post-tournament debrief is standard practice, Sweeney admitted this year’s alarming results require a much deeper dive into the unusual outcome.
Uncertainty surrounding summer fixtures
When pressed on whether the head coach would definitely remain in charge for July’s upcoming Tests against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina, Sweeney refused to give absolute backing.
“Clearly, there are some issues and we’re getting to them already to see what needs addressing,” Sweeney stated.
The RFU boss emphasised that the immediate priority is ensuring the right support mechanisms are in place to rectify recent on-field struggles.
“We’re in the middle of the review, so it wouldn’t be appropriate to start talking about specific issues right now, but we’ll get to the bottom of all of them.”
No shortcuts for World Cup preparation
Sweeney insists his final verdict on the management team will not be swayed by the looming horizon of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
The current manager originally took the reins with less than a year to prepare for the previous global tournament after predecessor Eddie Jones was dismissed in December 2022.
“I’m not thinking about deadlines and all of that; we just really focused on getting to the bottom of what we need to solve,” said the chief executive.
Despite acknowledging that standard succession planning continues in the background, Sweeney firmly distanced the governing body from speculation linking Andy Farrell to the Twickenham hot seat.
“He’s under contract to 2027 and the Rugby World Cup, we are not in a dialogue and we are not in a discussion with him at present,” Sweeney confirmed regarding the successful Ireland coach.
Absolute confidence in playing squad
In stark contrast to his cautious stance on the coaching setup, Sweeney was unequivocal in his support for the players at their disposal.
“We still think this is an extremely strong squad, and we still think that it’s got the potential and capabilities to do some special things,” he noted.
The ongoing independent review is being conducted by an anonymous panel featuring figures from both inside and outside the sport.
It incorporates comprehensive interviews with both players and backroom staff to assess the root causes of the recent international slump.
Former boss Jones previously described the debrief as a tough process, noting the involvement of high-profile figures such as RFU director of performance rugby Conor O’Shea and Lions legend Ian McGeechan.
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will return to the Octagon in August following a hand injury.
Makhachev has not fought since claiming the 170lb title with a dominant victory over Jack Della Maddalena last November.
Fans have eagerly awaited news of the Russian fighter’s first title defence amid speculation surrounding his fitness.
Ali Abdelaziz, the champion’s manager, recently suggested a July comeback was on the cards.
White dismisses July rumours
A July return would have potentially placed the 34-year-old on the UFC 330 card alongside a rumoured Conor McGregor comeback.
However, White quickly dismissed those reports when responding to a social media post regarding Abdelaziz’s comments.
“Not true…….. It’s August.”
The UFC boss previously revealed in March that his reigning welterweight king was dealing with hand issues.
Potential challengers emerge for UFC 331
While the exact location for UFC 331 remains unconfirmed, speculation is already mounting over who will challenge for the belt.
Second-ranked Irishman Ian Machado Garry stands out as a leading contender for the August showdown.
Former champion Kamaru Usman is also managed by Abdelaziz, leading to suggestions that a bout could be negotiated despite his current seventh-place ranking.
An immediate rematch for top-ranked Della Maddalena appears highly unlikely given the conclusive nature of his recent defeat.
Furthermore, the Australian is already scheduled to face Carlos Prates in May.
Machado Garry questions injury
Other highly ranked fighters, including Belal Muhammad, are also booked for upcoming bouts.
This leaves Machado Garry and third-ranked Michael Morales as the most logical options from the current top five.
The undefeated Irishman has already begun stoking a potential rivalry by publicly doubting the severity of the champion’s reported injury.
Machado Garry shared recent training footage of the titleholder punching a heavy bag on social media.
“WTF. Hand injury. Or time wasting?”
Despite the provocation, it is entirely possible the dominant grappler has simply recovered enough to resume full training ahead of his summer return.
Six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy has issued an urgent plea for men over 40 to undergo prostate cancer screening after revealing his own terminal diagnosis.
The 50-year-old received the life-changing news in September 2023 following initial discomfort in his shoulder and ribs.
Scans subsequently revealed that a primary tumour in his prostate had metastasised to his bones.
The former Team GB cyclist publicly announced in October 2024 that the disease had progressed to stage four.
Medical professionals have estimated he has between two and four years to live.
Finding a new purpose
Since receiving his prognosis, the British sporting icon has dedicated himself to raising vital awareness.
He recently launched the Scottish Prostate Cancer Initiative in Glasgow.
This ambitious programme is designed to screen 25,000 Scottish men to drastically improve early detection rates.
The cycling legend is particularly keen to stress how straightforward the diagnostic process is for patients.
I think the most important thing is to explain that it’s just a simple blood test.
With a PSA test you’re in and out of the doctor’s in five minutes.
It’s easy, it’s simple, it’s painless and it could save your life.
Breaking the stigma
A family history of the disease meant the multiple world champion was already aware of the associated risks.
Both his father and grandfather had previously battled prostate cancer.
However, the celebrated athlete admitted he falsely assumed the illness only presented with obvious early-warning signs in older demographics.
Early detection saves lives – that is the message to take away from today.
A stage four diagnosis changes your life drastically but I guess it’s finding a new purpose.
The impact of his public disclosure has already been profound across the medical community.
Inquiries from men contacting their general practitioners for test bookings have surged by a reported 700 per cent since his announcement.
Donald Trump has claimed that Tiger Woods will not compete at the 2026 Masters, despite the golfer recently stating he is doing everything possible to play at Augusta National.
The surprising assertion comes just weeks before the first men’s major of the year is scheduled to begin.
Woods had previously expressed a strong desire to tee it up at the prestigious tournament, raising hopes among fans of another remarkable comeback.
Conflicting statements emerge ahead of Augusta
Speaking about the upcoming April event, Trump indicated that while the five-time Masters winner will not be in the competitive field, he is still expected to attend as a spectator.
This directly contradicts recent comments from the 50-year-old golf icon, who insisted only days ago that he was working tirelessly to ensure his physical readiness.
The American legend has battled severe mobility issues since suffering significant leg injuries in a serious car crash in early 2021.
Ongoing physical struggles limit appearances
In recent years, the former world number one has adopted an extremely restricted playing schedule in order to prioritise the four major championships.
Walking the famously undulating terrain of Augusta National has proven visibly difficult for him during his most recent competitive outings.
It remains unclear whether the politician possesses inside information regarding the golfer’s health or if his comments were purely speculative.
Neither Woods nor his management team have released an official statement confirming his withdrawal from the highly anticipated tournament.