Tiger Woods has pleaded guilty to a charge of dangerous driving in Florida, leading a judge to suspend his golf star’s driver’s license for five years, according to multiple reports, including parismatch.com.
The plea deal, which was accepted in court on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, resolves an arrest that took place in the state. By agreeing to the suspension, Woods avoided facing more serious charges that could have carried heavier penalties, as reported by Orange Actualités.
Support from Vanessa Trump
Paris Match reports that Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, was present in court to support Woods during the proceedings. Her attendance highlights the personal backing the athlete has received amid the legal case.
Case Background
The charges stem from a Florida incident in which Woods was initially arrested and accused of driving while intoxicated. Eurosport notes that the golfer had originally entered a plea of not guilty but later changed his plea to guilty on the dangerous driving count, according to RDS.
The five-year suspension is a significant penalty, though it comes as part of a negotiated settlement. Le Sac de chips, a French outlet, was among the first to report the judge’s decision to revoke Woods’ driving privileges for that period.
What to Watch
With the legal matter now settled, attention will turn to whether Woods can resume his competitive golf schedule without the distraction of ongoing court proceedings.
