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Tiger Woods Massive Scream for Help Resonated With Michael Phelps Who Comforted the Golfer During a Dark Moment in 2017

Published 11/12/2022, 5:00 PM ESTBy Olympic champion Michael Phelps alongside Golf legend Tiger Woods Tiger Woods has fallen under public scrutiny on multiple occasions. The legendary golfer has been associated with some of the most-publicized scandals among sports persons. But his DUI arrest in May 2017 caused many to fear that Woods had restored to harmful ailments. But in trying circumstances, it was another sports legend who helped the golf champion through his rough patch. That man was Michael Phelps. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad

Michael Phelps counsels Tiger Woods

ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad The Olympic champion came at the behest of when he needed him the most. Phelps once said that Woods’ arrest on memorial day in 2017 felt “like that’s a massive scream for help.” The two legends in their respective sports got in touch with a mutual friend, Notah Begay III. Begay was on record to discuss the conversation between the pair. He believed the stature of Phelps and his experiences would prove vital for a struggling Woods.Tiger Woods pulls out his driver on the seventh hole during a practice round for the Masters golf tournament Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) “Michael can provide honest and direct feedback, and that’s what athletes of their caliber need the most,” Begay . He also revealed that the two started off slowly, but with time have been able to express themselves freely.

How did Tiger Woods get arrested on DUI charges

As with every Tiger Woods story, this one made the headlines for quite a few weeks. The 46-year-old was found asleep at the wheel in the early hours of 30th May 2017. He was tested for alcohol, but police confirmed the blood-alcohol level was .000. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad However, a found a dangerous mix of five different drugs in Woods’ body system. While he cited those as medication for his back ailment, many feared the worst. The police report even confirmed that Woods had failed the sobriety tests and had trouble completing basic “roadside tasks.” He was also unaware of his location when the police first caught up to him. Watch This Story: ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Woods’ was subsequently arrested with pending inquiries. The police made a thorough investigation of his black Mercedes car and previous medical records. Additionally, Woods was on medication and has received professional help since. But the help from Phelps surely helped him get back on track.

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ADVERTISEMENT Sharan Nair 270 articlesSharan is an Engineering student with a desire to carve out a career in sports journalism. He is an ardent Tiger Woods fan and his 2019 Masters victory is what further cemented his love for the golfer. A die hard football fan, Sharan can be seen cheering for Real Madrid, and playing FIFA every chance he gets.Please enable JavaScript to view the ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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