Tiger Woods faced media ahead of masters tournament (video)
World-famous golfer Tiger Woods of the United States has met with the press ahead of his first tournament since last year's car crash, reports of marital infidelity and time in a rehabilitation facility.
At a 35-minute news conference before the Masters tournament at Augusta National golf club in Georgia, Woods said he took full responsibility for the personal failings that led to adulterous affairs with more than a dozen women. He said he made "some incredibly bad decisions" and that he "hurt so many people."
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Talking about the November 27 car accident at his Florida estate that sparked the scandal, Woods said his injury required five stitches in his mouth. He denied being addicted to prescription drugs.
Woods has not played in a professional tournament since his serial marital infidelity was revealed to the public, but he played practice rounds at Augusta National Sunday and Monday. The golfer had been concerned about the way he would be received by fans, but said the reception he got blew him away.
Woods refused to discuss the 45 days he spent in rehabilitation, but indicated he plans to continue with his treatment. He also said his wife Elin will not be at the Masters with him.
He said he believes he can win the tournament for a fifth time.
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