Tiger Woods to change plea after crash arrest

Tiger Woods has opted to no longer challenge a reckless driving charge following a March crash in Florida. The professional golfer accepted a plea deal that included a five-year suspension of his driver's license and a fine of $1,000 (£742). Initially arrested for driving under the influence after the accident, Woods pleaded not guilty to those misdemeanor charges.

However, he changed his plea to no contest to the reckless driving charge. Prosecutors in Martin County, Florida, stated that Woods was cooperative during the hearing. No one was injured in the incident, but Woods had to crawl out of his vehicle. Police released body camera footage which showed Woods appearing calm as he spoke to officers.

He claimed he had not consumed alcohol and did mention taking prescription medication. Woods subsequently announced he was stepping away for treatment and to focus on his health.