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'The Emperor of Golf' Tiger Woods, amid rumors of his return to a rehabilitation facility in Switzerland, broke his two-month silence by posting an emotional message on his personal social networking service (SNS). This is his first official response since it was revealed that his girlfriend, Vanessa Trump, is battling breast cancer.
The British outlet 'Daily Mail' reported on the 27th (Korea time) that "Tiger Woods, who was indicted on drug-driving charges and has been undergoing secret rehabilitation treatment in Switzerland, recently resumed his activities by posting an emotional message on Memorial Day, the U.S. day of remembrance for fallen soldiers."
On the same day, the American outlet 'Golfweek' also cited an aircraft tracking site, stating, "Woods' private jet took off from Stuart, Florida, and landed at Zurich Airport in Switzerland," supporting the rumors of his return to a rehabilitation facility. Since his arrest in March on drug-driving charges, Woods has reportedly been receiving intensive treatment for opioid addiction at a facility in Zurich, Switzerland. He briefly returned to Florida, U.S., in mid-April before heading back to Switzerland.
Through SNS, Woods mentioned his father, who served in the Vietnam War, writing, "My father served as a special forces soldier for 20 years. I am grateful to all who have sacrificed like my father." This is his first post in about two months since he issued a formal statement immediately after his drug-driving arrest on March 31.
This message recently sparked subtle controversy, linked to news of Woods' partner Vanessa Trump's battle with cancer. Vanessa, the former wife of Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of former U.S. President Donald Trump, and mother of five children, was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and has completed surgery. According to foreign media, while Vanessa was enduring a painful time after her cancer diagnosis, Woods was staying at a rehabilitation facility in Switzerland. A close associate of Vanessa stated, "Even though Vanessa urged Woods to seek professional treatment, she feels deep resentment and disappointment that he was not by her side at the moment she was most struggling and needed help the most."
Woods' life plummeted sharply after the rollover accident that occurred on March 27. Woods was involved in a major accident in Jupiter Island, Florida, where he attempted to overtake a truck at high speed with his Range Rover, causing the vehicle to flip. According to bodycam footage from the Florida Martin County Sheriff's Office that responded to the scene, Woods, with handcuffs on, was "talking on the phone with Bang Geum (President)" and appeared mentally and physically impaired, speaking incoherently.
At the time, Woods was sweating profusely, his pupils were dilated, and two pills of opioid painkillers were found in his pocket. Although his blood alcohol concentration was measured at zero, Woods, who refused to complete a urine test, was arrested on the spot for drug-driving, property damage, and refusal of legal testing. Currently, Woods' side is claiming innocence and demanding a jury trial.
As a result of this scandal, Woods declined the role of captain for the U.S. team at the Ryder Cup to be held in Ireland next year and announced an indefinite suspension from professional golf events, including the Masters. This is already his fourth vehicle scandal, following the 2009 car accident immediately after his infidelity was exposed, the 2017 drug-driving arrest, and the 2021 rollover accident that nearly led to the amputation of his leg.
The golf world's gaze is very cold. Legendary golfer Nick Faldo said, "It is sad to live in pain, but one must take responsibility. This incident has tarnished the sport of golf as a whole," while Paul McGinley sharply criticized, "Many have lost patience with Woods. He has even thrown away his last chance."
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