Tiger Woods’ private jet lands in Florida after Swiss rehab program

Tiger Woods’ private jet has reportedly returned to Florida from Switzerland following what sources have described as an “intensive” rehabilitation stay overseas.

According to TMZ Sports, the PGA Tour star’s Gulfstream G550 landed at Palm Beach International Airport on Wednesday, shortly after departing Zurich earlier the same day. 

The aircraft had been based in Switzerland since early April, where Woods is said to have undergone treatment at a private medical facility.

It remains unconfirmed whether Woods was on board the flight, or whether the aircraft was being used by family members or associates. 

TMZ suggests the jet’s return came from one of Europe’s most exclusive rehabilitation centres, though details of Woods' stay have not been publicly disclosed.

"The destination airport is currently unclear, as is whether Tiger is a passenger on his jet," TMZ Sports reports. 

"All signs point to the latter answer being yes... as the 15x majors winner has been receiving treatment at one of the world’s most pricy and exclusive rehab facilities. 

"The jet flew from Florida to Zurich earlier in the week."

The update came just hours before the start of the PGA Championship at Aronimink, where Woods was eligible to compete as a past four-time winner of the Wanamaker Trophy. 

However, following his extended time away from the game to focus on health and recovery after his latest car crash and resulting DUI arrest on 27 March, Woods is not taking part in this year’s tournament. 

The 15-time major champion has not played in a competitive golf tournament now since missing the cut at The Open in July 2024. 

Sources claim the 50-year-old American entered a voluntary rehabilitation program in Switzerland that could have lasted up to 90 days.

Though he reportedly returned to the United States after approximately 40 days.

Woods’ PGA Championship wins

Woods’ absence from competition follows a difficult period after a car accident in Florida at the end of March. 

The former world number one stated he was stepping away from golf to prioritise his health, writing on social media that he needed time “to focus on my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.”

Beyond his playing status, Woods has also been at the centre of significant Ryder Cup speculation. 

According to reports, he had been the PGA of America’s leading candidate to become U.S. captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland, but stepped away from consideration shortly before entering rehab due to his off-course circumstances.

Instead, the role has now gone to former U.S. Open champion Jim Furyk, who previously captained the United States side at the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National in France, where Europe secured a comprehensive seven-point victory. 

Furyk, 56, now gets a second opportunity in charge of the American team.

Speaking ahead of the PGA Championship, Furyk acknowledged Woods’ situation and left the door open for some form of involvement in the future. 

Furyk said he had not yet spoken to Woods out of respect for his privacy and recovery, but intended to reach out.

“I think, out of kind of courtesy and for him, his family, and I know maybe a road to health, I haven't reached out, but I will,” Furyk said. 

“We’ll see where that role may fall.”

Furyk, who was a vice-captain for defeated 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley at Bethpage last September, added that while Woods is no longer in contention for the captaincy, there could still be a potential role for him within his setup should he wish to be involved in some capacity.

In another separate development this week, a Florida state judge has granted prosecutors’ request to subpoena Woods’ prescription drug records as part of the ongoing investigation following his 27 March arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.

During a hearing at Martin County Circuit Court, Judge Darren Steele approved access to records held at a Palm Beach pharmacy, though the documents will be subject to a protective order and only available to prosecutors, law enforcement, expert witnesses, and Woods’ legal team. They will not be released under public records law.

Woods did not attend the hearing, while his attorney objected on privacy grounds, arguing the golfer has a constitutional right to confidentiality over his medical information. 

Prosecutors, however, are seeking details on prescription fills between January and late March, including dosage, frequency, and usage instructions.

The case stems from Woods’ car crash in Florida, when his SUV left the road and overturned near his home in Hobe Sound. 

Police reported impairment concerns and said two pills were found in his pocket, later identified in reports as hydrocodone. 

Woods has pleaded not guilty to charges including DUI, refusal to submit to testing, and distracted driving.

At this stage, neither Woods nor his representatives have provided further comment on his condition, his return timeline, or any future involvement in professional golf or Ryder Cup duties.