Tiger Woods Called Trump After DUI Crash, Bodycam Video Shows

Newly released body-worn camera footage from Martin County shows Tiger Woods saying he had been “talking to the president” on the phone moments after his March 27 rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, though the recording does not capture the call itself. Multiple news agencies published the footage and accompanying law-enforcement accounts.

Police reports and video indicate Woods was arrested at the scene on suspicion of driving under the influence; deputies reported finding two hydrocodone pills in his pocket and observed signs of impairment during field sobriety assessments. The footage includes bodycam and patrol-car angles that show Woods appearing drowsy and intermittently nodding during the transport to booking. Media outlets that obtained and shared the video trace parts of the release to TMZ’s circulation, subsequently picked up by larger wire services.

The story has further been amplified by statements from former President Donald Trump, who publicly referred to Woods as a “very close friend,” and by coverage noting Woods’ relationship with Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., which has contextual relevance in the media narrative. While Woods can be heard on the footage referencing a call with “the president,” there is no conclusive public record in the videos confirming the identity of the person on the other end.

From a market perspective, the incident has not produced a measurable direct effect on major financial indices, but sector-specific volatility—particularly among sports-equipment manufacturers, broadcasters with tournament rights, and sponsors—could emerge in the near term if commercial partners react to legal developments or make announcements. To date there are no verified reports of sponsorship terminations tied to the incident.

Legal analysts and sports-industry observers say outcomes will hinge on official investigative findings and any subsequent charges or litigation. The timing and content of public disclosures from law enforcement, tournament organizers and commercial partners will determine whether the event has lasting commercial or reputational consequences for Woods and related stakeholders. Market-watchers advise monitoring primary source filings and statements for definitive guidance.