Rory McIlroy to honour Tiger Woods at Masters Dinner after icon's DUI arrest

Rory McIlroy to honour Tiger Woods at Masters Dinner after icon's DUI arrestThe Masters takes place this weekend and as reigning champion, Rory McIlory will host the annual dinner at Augusta National and honour previous winners including Tiger WoodsSportNathan Ridley Senior Sports Reporter09:17, 07 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesTiger Woods won't be present at the Masters Champions Dinner(Image: Megan Briggs/TGL/TGL via Getty Images)Rory McIlroy has revealed that he plans to honour the absent Tiger Woods when he hosts the Masters Champions Dinner on Tuesday. Woods, 50, was arrested last month following a rollover car crash in Florida.Police found Woods with two opioid pain killers in his pocket and the golf icon, who pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence (DUI), has since been granted permission to seek treatment outside of the United States. It means that Woods won't be present at Augusta National when reigning Masters champion McIlroy hosts the illustrious dinner for previous winners.Speaking at Monday's Drive, Chip and Putt event, the Northern Irishman confirmed that he'll 'acknowledge' both Woods and Phil Mickelson, who'll also be missing at the dinner because of a family health matter. "Unfortunately, there will be a couple of guys that won't be in that room, which is a shame," McIlroy explained."But I want to make sure that they're acknowledged as well. They've been two of the greatest champions that the Masters has ever seen.JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! All the best sports news and much more on our dedicated Facebook pageREAD MORE: Rory McIlroy discovers Masters playing partner before anyone else with opponent 'super nervous'READ MORE: Justin Rose answers all-important question about Masters dream after Rory McIlroy heartbreak"But it's going to be a really cool night. I can't wait. I hope everyone enjoys the dinner and enjoys everything that I've selected."Articl...