Stephen A Smith urges Tiger Woods to stop driving

Tiger Woods Faces Arrest Again for Drunk Driving

Tiger Woods finds himself in hot water once more, as he was arrested for drunk driving, marking his second such incident within a decade. In light of this, Stephen A. Smith, the popular sports commentator, advised the 15-time major champion—who recently indicated he struggles with addiction—to “stop getting behind the wheel.”

Smith expressed his waning compassion for Woods during a Monday segment, stating, “I’m running out of sympathy for Tiger Woods. He has money and won’t face poverty, yet his public image has plummeted dramatically.” He further commented, “You possess a drug issue, possibly painkillers, which is somewhat understandable. But what I can’t wrap my head around is your continued choice to drive.”

Smith pointed out Woods’ financial status, saying, “As a millionaire, you can easily afford a car service. It’s astonishing that he hasn’t harmed anyone yet. I’m not trying to bash Woods—after all, who doesn’t admire him?—but how long will society tolerate this behavior? Are we just waiting for a catastrophe?”

In contrast, former President Donald Trump has shown continual support for Woods, commenting on his life filled with struggles. Trump referred to Woods as a “great athlete” but, on Tuesday, insisted he doesn’t have issues with alcohol, merely enduring a lot of physical pain.

After Woods’ crash, Trump described him as “a very close friend,” but noted that he can be “somewhat difficult.” The situation is complicated by Woods currently dating Vanessa, Trump’s former daughter-in-law.

Woods was arrested last Friday after he collided with another vehicle while allegedly driving at an excessive speed. His car flipped onto its side, and the other driver had to assist him out through the passenger door. Despite being suspected of drunk driving, Woods declined to participate in tests for blood alcohol concentration or for property damage. Law enforcement also found prescription opioids in his pocket, later identified as hydrocodone.

In explaining his circumstances to law enforcement before a sobriety test, Woods cited several back and leg surgeries, admitting he was “taking several” medications, including prescription drugs.

This incident isn’t Woods’ first run-in with the law. In 2017, he was arrested on similar charges after falling asleep behind the wheel due to prescription medication while driving in the early hours.