Tiger Woods speaks to President Trump straight after crash as shock bodycam video emerges

Newly released footage shows Tiger Woods calling U.S. President Donald Trump moments after his car crash and subsequent DUI arrest in Florida.

Bodycam video, obtained by TMZ Sports, captures the aftermath of the incident, which occurred just minutes from Woods’ home in Jupiter Island on Friday 27 March. 

The golf legend was involved in a rollover crash when his Range Rover overturned after he clipped the back of a trailer being toed by a truck. According to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, Woods displayed “signs of impairment,” with “bloodshot and glassy” eyes. 

Newly-released bodycam footage later revealed Woods was carrying prescription medication, including hydrocodone, an opioid commonly used to treat chronic pain.

In one of the latest video clips, Woods, 50, is seen stepping away from officers before returning to the scene while finishing a phone call. As he approaches, Woods can be heard saying: “Thank you so much, all right, bye,” before informing officers: “Yeah, I was talking to the President.”

Police then instructed Woods to remain at the scene as the situation unfolds.

WIthin the video footage, Woods also described the golf-avid U.S. President Trump as “very apologetic” during their conversation. 

That remark is believed to relate to comments Trump made the previous evening on Fox News, where he claimed Woods would not be competing at The Masters — despite the 15-time major champion not having publicly made a decision at the time.

The release of the video has sparked widespread reaction online, with many questioning why Woods chose to contact Trump immediately after the crash.

Tiger Woods calls Donald Trump moments after Florida crash 

Woods is currently in a relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former wife of Donald Trump Jr. 

Vanessa shared a message of support on her Instagram Story a week after her boyfriend's crash and DUI arrest, posting a photo of the couple with the caption “Love You” and two heart emojis.

Woods told an officer he was hoping to play in The Masters

Additional video footage from the arrest shows Woods interacting with officers, at one point saying he was “hoping to” play in The Masters. 

However, he has since confirmed he will be stepping away for a period to focus on seeking treatment and his health.

Woods' business partner cracks putter joke

New video footage has also showed Woods getting his clubs back out of his overturned Range Rover.

Woods' long-time friend and business partner, Rob McNamara, was overheard joking about how much the golfer's putter was worth. 

Woods has pleaded not guilty to a charge of driving under the influence. 

His court hearing is scheduled for 23 April.