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American professional golfer Woods suffers serious injuries following car crash

Tiger Woods, who is an American professional golfer, has suffered serious injuries to both his legs after his vehicle rolled over following a crash near Los Angeles on Tuesday morning.

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American professional golfer ‘Woods’ suffers serious injuries following car crash
American professional golfer ‘Woods’ suffers serious injuries following car crash

According to details, the 45-year old athlete was conscious when police arrived on the scene in Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles.

Woods was in driver’s seat with his seatbelt still fastened and serious injuries to both legs.

As per Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Carlos Gonzalez, Woods was conscious enough to give his name when he poked his head through a hole in the windshield.

“At that moment, it clicked in my mind and I immediately recognized him as Tiger Woods. He was able to communicate, and he was conscious. The airbags in the vehicle deployed, and Woods was wearing a seat belt which likely saved his life.” he said.

The golfer is presently undergoing treatment at a private hospital and his injuries are not life-threatening.

Woods is recognized as one of the greatest golfers of and most famous athletes of all time, with numerous golf records to his credit.

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