Pro Golfer Jason Day Calls Tiger Woods 'Selfish' for Behavior in DUI Arrest

Jason Day has some harsh words for his “hero” Tiger Woods following his DUI arrest.

On March 27, Tiger, 50, was arrested after a rollover car crash on Jupiter Island in Florida. He was charged with driving under the influence, aka a DUI, and property damage.

In a practice round ahead of the 2026 Masters on Monday (April 6), Jason, 38, told reporters that he’s always looked up to Tiger, but said that his DUI arrest was “selfish” of the “strong-willed” golfer.

Keep reading to find out more…“In regards to Tiger, it just shows the human element and the human side of someone that is struggling with some sort of an addiction,” the Australian golfer said. “He’s not immune to it just because he can hit a golf ball really well.”

“Granted, when I look at that, I look at it and go, he’s just a human being like everyone else and we have struggles,” Jason continued. “It’s unfortunate, the only thing that I don’t understand is that it’s a little bit selfish of him to drive and put other people in harm’s way, as well.”

“But when you’re the player that he was and how strong-willed he is, he thinks he can do almost anything, and that’s probably why he’s probably driving and a little bit under the influence,” he added.

Jason went on to say that Tiger is the reason he plays golf, before wishing him well in his recovery.

“He was my hero — he’s my hero. He was my hero growing up. The reason why I play golf is because of this tournament and Tiger,” Jason said. “It’s hard to see him go through what he’s going through, and especially under the microscope that—it must be hard to be who he is and have everything, everyone look on, kind of down on him. Some people want him to fail. Some people obviously want him to succeed.”

“It’s really difficult for me to go through that and watch him, and I know that he’s getting the help now, which is good,” he continued. “I’m just hoping he comes out on the other side and is better.”

Days after his crash, Tiger entered a not guilty plea and his attorney filed for a waiver of arraignment, as well as demanding a jury trial. The athlete then released a statement, saying that he is “stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health.”