Tiger Woods Speaks Out After His DUI Toxicology Report Is Made Public
Tiger
Woods had five different drugs in his system at the time of
his DUI arrest on May 29.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office released the
toxicology report Monday, which showed that the professional golfer tested
positive for Alprazolam, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, THC and Zolpidem. In May,
Woods said, "I want the public to know that alcohol was not involved. What
happened was an unexpected reaction to prescribed medications. I didn't realize the mix of medications had affected me so
strongly." At the time, though, he didn't mention marijuana.
In early July, Woods confirmed he had completed an out-of-state intensive program.
Woods first announced he would be getting treatment in June,
and last week, he struck a plea deal with prosecutors to enter a
DUI diversion program. As part of the agreement, he is on 12 months' probation
and is required to complete DUI education classes. After the toxicology results
were made public, Woods issued a statement Monday morning. "As I previously
said, I received professional help to manage my medications. Recently, I had
been trying on my own to treat my back pain and a sleep disorder, including
insomnia, but I realize now it was a mistake to do this without medical
assistance. I am continuing to work with my doctors, and they feel I've made
significant progress," the athlete told E! News. "I remain grateful
for the amazing support that I continue to receive and for the family and
friends that are assisting me."
As for his back injury, Woods said he is on the mend.
"I recently spoke to my surgeon and he's very pleased with how my fusion
is healing. I'm right on schedule." In fact, the 41-year-old PGA Tour
winner said, "I'm now doing some light lifting, riding a stationary bike
and putting a little."
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