Athletes, Celebrities React to News of Tiger Woods’ Car Crash

Golf superstar Tiger Woods has been hospitalized after being involved in a violent rollover crash Tuesday.

Woods, 45, is currently in surgery after suffering multiple leg injuries, according to authorities and his agent.

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The professional golfer was involved in a single-car rollover this Tuesday.

The wreck happened Tuesday morning in the Rancho Palos Verdes area, prompting a wave of reaction by celebrities and fans on social media.

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Here's a look at some of the athletes and celebrities who have offered well wishes for Woods:

Statement from the PGA TOUR on Tiger Woods.

Woods was involved in a single-car accident this morning in California and suffered multiple leg injuries. pic.twitter.com/iEx6QUiKcN
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) February 23, 2021

Barbara and I just heard about Tiger’s accident, and like everyone else, we are deeply concerned. We want to offer him our heartfelt support and prayers at this difficult time. Please join us in wishing Tiger a successful surgery and all the best for a full recovery.
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) February 23, 2021

Praying for TW right now 🙏🏻
— lindsey vonn (@lindseyvonn) February 23, 2021

Praying for my brother @TigerWoods as we all anxiously await more news.

Thinking of him and his entire family. 🙏 https://t.co/jpWbI3cLvO
— Alex Rodriguez (@AROD) February 23, 2021

Everyone send your prayers out to Tiger Woods! He was just in a bad car accident. Let us all pray for his speedy recovery 🙏🏾
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) February 23, 2021

We praying for you @TigerWoods bounce back champ! 🙏🏾
— Reggie Bush (@ReggieBush) February 23, 2021

Prayers for @TigerWoods ...🙏🙏🙏
— Michael Phelps (@MichaelPhelps) February 23, 2021

Saying prayers For
Tiger Woods🙏🏾🙏🏼
— Cher (@cher) February 23, 2021

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Tiger Woods was injured Tuesday in a single-car crash near Los Angeles, according to LA County Sheriffs.

Emergency personnel extricated Woods from the vehicle using the “jaws of life.” He was taken to a local hospital for his injuries, and his condition is unknown at this time. pic.twitter.com/u3EQcUnldq
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 23, 2021

We are all pulling for you, Tiger. We are so sorry that you and your family are going through this tough time. Everyone hopes and prays for your full and speedy recovery.
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson) February 23, 2021

Been thinking about @TigerWoods and his family non-stop since I heard the news. Very relieved to hear he was awake and responsive today, and praying he recovers quickly.
— Jordan Spieth (@JordanSpieth) February 24, 2021