Tiger Woods declines the US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027, following a recent DUI arrest.
Tiger Woods has turned down the role of United States Ryder Cup captain next year in Ireland, the PGA of America has announced.
Following the crash, the 15-time major golf champion said he is stepping away from professional golf to seek treatment and concentrate on his health.
The 50-year-old golfer was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.
Woods, who was also charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, submitted a written plea of not guilty via his lawyers on Tuesday.
He has been given permission by a judge to seek treatment overseas.
"We commend Tiger for prioritizing his long-term health and deeply respect the courage it takes to make such a personal decision," the PGA of America said.
The organization added it stands in full support of Woods and has "sincere hope for his strength, comfort, and recovery" and will share further updates on the future captaincy "when appropriate."
The Black Star golfer has competed at the Ryder Cup eight times for the USA, with his first appearance in 1997 and last in 2018.
However, he has only won the biennial showpiece once in 1999 at Brookline in Massachusetts.
The 2027 Ryder Cup between the US and Europe will take place at Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland, from 17-19 September.
