The golf world was thrown into shock and disbelief early this morning after reports confirmed that legendary golfer and five-time Masters champion was involved in a devastating single-vehicle car crash.
According to U.S. authorities, the accident occurred just after dawn on a winding stretch of road outside Los Angeles. Emergency responders arrived within minutes to find the golfer trapped inside the heavily damaged SUV. Fire crews used specialized extraction equipment to free him before he was rushed to a nearby trauma center.
Medical officials revealed that he remains in critical condition and has already undergone emergency surgery. Details of the extent of his injuries have not yet been fully disclosed, but sources close to the hospital suggest doctors are fighting to stabilize him.
The news has sent shockwaves across the sporting world, with tributes and prayers flooding in from fellow athletes, fans, and global icons. Social media platforms lit up with messages of support, with many calling him not only a champion on the green but also an inspiration who transformed the sport for generations.
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, though early reports suggest no other vehicles were involved.
As the golf community holds its breath, one thing remains clear: the fate of one of the sport’s greatest legends hangs in the bala
nce.