Tiger Woods is said to be 'awake and responsive', after undergoing surgery following a car crash in LA.
The golf star suffered fractures to his leg when his 4-by-4 swerved off the road, hit a tree and rolled over yesterday.
Crashsite on Hawthorne blvd. where Tiger Woods wrecked a Genesis GV80 suv. 2/23/2021 Los Angeles, CA USA (Photo by Ted Soqui/Sipa USA)
His doctor's issued a statement, following his 'extensive' operation.
The procedure included a long surgery on his right leg with screws and pins inserted on the bones of his foot and ankle.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) February 24, 2021
No Evidence Of Drink Or Drug Driving - Sherriff
Local sheriff Alex Villanueva says there was no evidence Woods had taken drink or drugs, but says there were no signs of skid marks either.
The officer said the golfing legend may have been driving at "a greater speed than normal".
He added there is a "high frequency of accidents" on that particular road.
"It's down hill and has slopes with curves... [accidents are] not uncommon."
Meanwhile, celebrities have been reacting to the news.
Jada Pinkett Smith showed her support for Woods after playing a round of golf together just 24hours before the accident.
The actress says the golfer will be ok because his "Tiger within is a beast" while the singer’s revealed she's been praying for him.
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Meanwhile, pop legend Cher asked her fans to pray for Tiger.
Saying prayers For
Tiger Woods🙏🏾🙏🏼— Cher (@cher) February 23, 2021
A spokesperson says he and his family are overwhelmed by the support.
