Tiger Woods Quits Golf

Tiger Woods Quits Golf

Tiger Woods says he is taking an “indefinite break” from professional golf.

The star admitted cheating on his wife and said he was asking for forgiveness.

Several women have claimed to have been involved with the 33-year-old, who is married to the former Swedish former model Elin Nordegren.

He said he was quitting the sport for the time being “after much soul searching” to focus on his private life.

The statement said: “I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children.

“I want to say again to everyone that I am profoundly sorry and that I ask forgiveness. It may not be possible to repair the damage I’ve done, but I want to do my best to try.”

The statement continued: “What’s most important now is that my family has the time, privacy, and safe haven we will need for personal healing.

“After much soul searching, I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf. I need to focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person.”

A storm of media attention has swirled round Woods since a minor car accident outside his Florida home on November 27.

The allegations were particularly damaging because Woods has traded on his wholesome image.

Woods did not say in his statement when he would be returning to the sport.