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Tiger Woods hits rock bottom plagued by 'crippling injuries' and $30M lawsuit filed by ex

A domestic dispute between Tiger Woods and his ex has spilled into a Florida court and he has had to withdraw from this year's Masters tournament

BY SHREEJA DAS

PUBLISHED APR 20, 2023

Erica Herman, former girlfriend of golf legend Tiger Woods, has filed a lawsuit against a homestead trust controlled by Woods in Hobe Sound, Florida, for damages of over $30 million (Michael Owens/Getty Images, Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

JUPITER ISLAND, FLORIDA: Tiger Woods is said to have fallen into a serious psychological abyss. The news comes after being devastated by terrible agony because of injuries and being humiliated for having to withdraw from the famous Golf Masters competition, according to RadarOnline.com.

Four years after his stunning comeback victory at the same event, Tiger's personal and professional life has become increasingly complicated. Woods’ fans are wondering where it all went wrong. There is a sliver of hope though with some celebs like Paige Spiranac reportedly coming to the golfer's defense.

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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 04: Tiger Woods of the United States plays his shot from the fourth tee during a practice round prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 04, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images) — Tiger Woods of the United States plays his shot from the fourth tee during a practice round prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 04, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

‘He’s got no one to lend him support’

"Between his crippling injuries and shattered love life, Tiger has hit rock bottom — yet again," a source said. Tiger is being sued for $30 million by his ex-girlfriend Erica Herman, according to RadarOnline.com. The 38-year-old had been his constant companion in the two years since the horrible vehicle accident that had left him with complex fractures in his right leg, crippled his right foot, and required surgeons to slice into his calf to alleviate painful pressure and save his bulging muscles.

Erica Herman and Tiger Woods look on prior to the Women's Singles Second Round match between Anett Kontaveit of Estonia and Serena Williams of the United States on Day Three of the 2022 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 31, 2022 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

“Now he’s got no one to lend him support when he’s dealing with all his injuries and setbacks,” the source said. “Worse than that, he knows she’s furious with him and is hellbent on revenge — and the money she believes she’s owed.”

'Beaten down mentally’

Tiger was forced to withdraw from last year's US Open owing to excruciating discomfort, and he reduced his golfing schedule in the hopes of being rested and ready for this year's Masters, which he has won five times. However, the rest period did not help, and the golfer was devastated when he had to withdraw from the third round owing to discomfort in his damaged leg. According to a source, the withdrawal has sent him into a tailspin. “He’s been beaten down mentally, physically, and spiritually,” said the insider.

Tiger Woods of the USA walking up to the 18th green during the third round of the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 08, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Dr Gabe Mirkin has never treated Tiger but from what has been made public, he told RadarOnline that he believes the golfer's injuries will force him to retire. “His damaged joints will likely never heal,” said Mirkin. “It’s incredibly unlikely he can come back to top-level competition.” Other people close to Tiger are concerned that all of the commotion may lead him astray as he battles Erica's case in court. Tiger has denied owing her any money.