AUGUSTA, Ga. ? Tiger Woods was absent from the Masters this week after his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida, leaving Augusta National without one of the most recognizable figures in the tournament's modern history.

In its report from the Masters, The Associated Press said Woods remained a major topic around Augusta because of the March 27 crash on Jupiter Island, where authorities said he showed signs of impairment and refused a urine test after his vehicle overturned.

The broader legal and personal fallout was outlined earlier by AP's aftermath report, which said Woods pleaded not guilty, sought treatment outside the United States and ruled himself out of both the Masters and the 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy.

Another account from AP's weekend follow-up said the arrest left Woods facing renewed uncertainty off the course as well, reviving questions about how much influence he can continue to wield in golf's internal power struggles while stepping away from competition.

His absence also marked the second straight year he missed the Masters, though this time the reason had less to do with injury and more to do with a fresh legal crisis.