Early on Monday morning, Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence in Jupiter, Florida. Here's how social media reacted:
How Social Media Reacted To Tiger Woods’ DUI Arrest.
The golf world was overcome by Tiger’s drink-driving arrest yesterday on social media. From witty wordplay to heartfelt messages of support, people had plenty to say.
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Some saw the funny side:
"I'm no golf expert but Tiger Woods should've used a driver"
— Brian Sutton (@bsutt8) May 30, 2017
Tiger Woods spotted driving to the next hole. pic.twitter.com/D4HqrwLsEB
— Mr. Drinks On Me (@Mr_DrinksOnMe) May 30, 2017
A Lion would never drink and drive but a Tiger Woods
— Magnus Lewis (@magnuslewis263) May 29, 2017
All journalists vs their byline picture pic.twitter.com/ZnLuxh9db7
— Ed Cumming (@edcumming) May 29, 2017
Me: Tiger Woods is going to come back and win another major
Tiger Woods: *gets dui*
Me: pic.twitter.com/zWiScKZrhZ— Millpool (@skiboka33) May 29, 2017
And then some were less amused:
Already annoyed with the Tiger Woods jokes. You know what's not funny? Drinking and driving.
— Kelly Hines (@KellyHinesTW) May 29, 2017
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Others were supportive:
@SkyNews @TigerWoods He's a human,hands up if you haven't had an issue or 2 in your life time? Get well soon Tiger, get that back sorted, kill that 2 Iron. 🏌️
— Gregster. (@giggsjohnston) May 30, 2017
Tiger Woods. You inspired a whole new generation of golfers. The least we can do is pray for you. For your happiness and health. Get better.
— Paul Ybarra (@ybarrap) May 29, 2017
But, then the rest just couldn’t believe what the world was coming to:
Tiger Woods got a DUI. Donald Trump is the president. We're mourning a gorilla that died last year. Are we living in a South Park episode or
— Gavin Colgrove (@Gavin_Austin21) May 29, 2017
I'm not saying we live in a backwards time but so far in 2017, John Daly has won a golf tournament and Tiger Woods got a DUI
— sherwood (@sportswagers3) May 29, 2017
Tiger Woods three days ago: "Haven't felt this good in years."
Tiger Woods this morning: DUI.
C'mon TW….
— Connor Dudley (@c_dudley4) May 29, 2017
What are your reactions to Tiger Woods’ charge of driving under the influence. Let us know your thoughts and feelings in the comments below.