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Explosive scenes force Most Valuable Promotions to ban Claressa Shields indefinitely after altercation with Alycia Baumgardner

Claressa Shields: Both boxers attended MVP’s first mixed martial arts event as Ronda Rousey beat Gina Carano in just 15 seconds in California.

A video circulating on social media shows the pair arguing before Shields appears to reach out and hit Baumgardner.

Five-weight world champion Shields, who has been undisputed in three weight classes, later claimed on social media that Baumgardner had physically threatened her.

MVP said it is aware of the incident and that it holds a “strict zero-tolerance policy for hostile, threatening, or aggressive behavior”.

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“Physical altercations outside the ring or cage are unacceptable in any MVP environment,” MVP said.

“MVP does not condone, tolerate, or accept Claressa Shields’ behavior in that setting and it reflects poorly on MVP and women’s sports, which we have worked tirelessly to uplift.

“Effective immediately, Claressa Shields is banned from all MVP events until further notice.”

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Unified super-featherweight champion Baumgardner, 31, claimed the incident was “unprovoked”.

“I was physically assaulted without provocation,” Baumgardner said.

“This behaviour reflects a repeated pattern of hostility, chaos, and attention-seeking conduct that continues to embarrass women’s sports.

“This situation has been and will continue to be handled legally and professionally.”

Shields last fought in February when she beat Franchon Crews-Dezurn to retain her undisputed heavyweight status and extend her undefeated record to 18.

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She faced off with Lauren Price in April after the Welshwoman retained her WBC, WBA, IBF welterweight titles, with Boxxer promoter Ben Shalom suggesting the pair could fight later in 2026.

But Shields’ prospects away from Price could look bleak with MVP holding a big stake in women’s boxing.

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MVP has signed many of the top female boxers over the past few years, including Baumgardner and three-weight world champion Mikaela Mayer.

The two-time Olympic gold medallist told BBC Sport in February that she would welcome a bout with fellow American Mayer, but this ban could impact Shields’ chances of striking a deal with MVP.

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“Boxing is a dangerous sport” Bob Arum applauds Crawford for

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“Boxing is a dangerous sport” Bob Arum applauds Crawford for retiring on top

While many believe Terence Crawford left some meat on the bone of his career by calling it quits last year at 38, longtime Crawford promoter Bob Arum counters he retired at a perfect crescendo.

“Why shouldn’t he have retired? Boxing is a dangerous sport,” Arum told The Ring.
“He accomplished everything and made more money, particularly in the last few fights, than he ever imagined. He lives in Nebraska and has Warren Buffett as a financial advisor. So he’s put away a lot of money.
“Why should he subject himself to all that work preparing for a fight and maybe getting hurt? You saw it with Marvin Hagler, who rode off into the sunset as well when he could have made a lot of money.”
Arum, who also promoted Hagler, signed Crawford in 2011 ahead of his 15th fight and, within three years, guided him to a lightweight title. An undisputed title run at 140 pounds came right after from 2015 to 2017, followed by a welterweight title run.

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But after Crawford beat Shawn Porter in November 2021, he split from Top Rank and fought as a free agent, eventually setting up a super fight against Errol Spence. He stopped the Texan in a July 2023 blockbuster bout for the undisputed 147-pound title.
Crawford later signed a lucrative deal with Riyadh Season, beating Israil Madrimov for a 154-pound title in August 2024 and Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title last September.
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Crawford then announced his retirement in December, passing on a potential run at 160 pounds to become a five-division champion.
“The fact that we didn’t carry him over the goal line, that’s unfortunate for us, but it is what it is, that’s showbiz,” said Arum. “Of course, I’m genuinely happy for him, because we’re largely responsible for his success. He was a non-entity when he first started with us, but our matchmakers discovered a rare talent, and we brought him along correctly. So we’re very proud of that.”
While Arum has always praised Crawford for his superior skills, he previously crushed him for his economic potential.
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$20M Countersuit: Judge Tosses Gervonta Davis Based on

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$20M Countersuit: Judge Tosses Gervonta Davis Based on $20M Countersuit Against Ex-Girlfriend

A Florida judge on Monday dismissed a $20 million countersuit that Gervonta “Tank” Davis filed against his ex-girlfriend, Courtney Rossel, who has accused the boxer of assault and is pursuing her own civil case against him.

Miami-Dade County Circuit Judge Milton Hirsch ruled against Davis at the end of a brief hearing, according to The Baltimore Banner, which first reported the ruling.

Davis, 31, filed the countersuit in March, alleging that Rossel provoked a fight at Tootsie’s Cabaret, a Miami strip club where she worked as a VIP cocktail waitress. In court filings, Davis claimed Rossel knew he had an upcoming bout against Jake Paul on Netflix and was set to earn more than $20 million. That fight was later canceled.

Davis further alleged that Rossel demanded $1.1 million or she would pursue criminal charges and file a lawsuit, although she had already filed a police report at that point.

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Richard Wolfe, Rossel’s attorney, told The Banner in an email that the counterclaim was “ridiculous” and said it showed how desperate Davis was to “avoid his clear liability.” Richard Bales Jr., Davis’ attorney, could not immediately be reached for comment, the report said.

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Rossel, 32, filed her lawsuit against Davis three days after an Oct. 27, 2025 encounter. Her court filing alleges that Davis assaulted, choked and threatened to kill her at various points during their relationship.

Law enforcement officers later obtained an arrest warrant for Davis, and he was taken into custody by the Miami Gardens Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Service after a two-week search. He is scheduled to appear in court on June 4 on charges of attempted kidnapping and battery.

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Davis also remains on probation in Baltimore stemming from a 2020 hit-and-run case. Baltimore Circuit Judge Althea M. Handy this year issued an arrest warrant for Davis, for a second time, on allegations that he violated his probation.

According to The Banner, Davis’ Maryland probation agent, Portia Smith, reported that during a March 12 meeting with his new probation officer in Florida, Davis stated.

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“I am a grown man, and you will not tell me what to do.” Smith also reported that Davis was not at his house or refused to answer the door during an attempted home visit.

Hunter Pruette, Davis’ attorney in the Baltimore case, has asked Judge Handy to schedule a hearing so Davis can turn himself in and address the accusations. No court date has been set.

Davis holds a professional record of 30-0-1 and is a former WBA lightweight titleholder.

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Hearn: Anthony Joshua and world heavyweight champion

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Hearn: Anthony Joshua and world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk III not out of the question’

Although Anthony Joshua and world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk have become training partners, promoter Eddie Hearn has not ruled out the idea of the pair having a third fight, reports boxingscene.com.

Usyk holds two victories over Joshua, and on Saturday fights kickboxer Rico Verhoeven on a bill in Egypt that Hearn is promoting.

Joshua makes his return to the ring in July against unheralded Kristian Prenga ahead of what is believed to be the long-awaited all-English heavyweight fight with Tyson Fury later this year.

While Fury has said his ultimate goal is a third fight with Usyk, who also has two victories over him, is Fury the endgame for Joshua?
That is not the case, said Hearn.

“His (Joshua’s) endgame is to win the world heavyweight championship again,” Hearn said.

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“But definitely there are a couple of things that he wants to do. He wants to beat Tyson Fury, and he wants to win the world heavyweight championship again. So our plan right now is the plan that we can see that’s in front of us, which is Prenga and Tyson Fury. We’ve got to win those two fights. If he wins those two fights, he can walk into any fight, any championship that he wants. But we’ve got to win those fights.”

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Would Joshua’s friendship with Usyk prevent another fight with the brilliant Ukrainian southpaw?
“I don’t think so,” Hearn said. “But boxing’s a funny old game. Part of AJ would always love to fight Usyk because he’s been beaten twice. And the same with Fury. They’re competitors. They want to try and take him on again.”

Hearn said an announcement on Joshua’s Saudi Arabia undercard would come in due course and that a press conference would likely take place early in June.

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“But it’s going to be a very strong domestic undercard,” he said. Of course, it will be the first fight Joshua has had since the tragic car crash that claimed the lives of two of his closest friends. Joshua has not boxed since his December KO of Jake Paul in Miami.

Gervonta Davis“Everything that we’re seeing at the moment, his desire, his sparring, his training, looks great,” said Hearn. “But until you get in there, that’s when you’ve got to process everything that’s happened in your life and perform. I know everyone just presumes he’s going to walk in and smash Prenga to pieces, but I’ll be very pleased if he does, because there’s a lot of pressure going into this fight. Not just what’s coming after, but what he’s been through as well. And it’ll be a very emotional night.”

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PGA champion discusses idolising Tiger Woods, his

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PGA champion discusses idolising Tiger Woods, his work ethic and wife’s influence after Aronimink glory: Aaron Rai

Aaron Rai was delighted to see his hard work pay off as he followed “idol” Tiger Woods in becoming a winner of the PGA Championship.

​​​​Rai’s three-stroke victory at Aronimink Golf Club made him just the second Englishman to claim the title at this major and the first in over a century, after Jim Barnes, who triumphed in 1916 and 1919.

The 31-year-old – the first non-American to triumph at the PGA Championship since Australia’s Jason Day in 2015 after a decade of home dominance – was a popular victor in Pennsylvania.

Xander Schauffle, the 2024 PGA champion, praised his work ethic while Jon Rahm, who finished in a share of second place on six under par, said he has only ever heard “good or great things” about Rai.

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The man himself was just ecstatic to have followed in the footsteps of Woods – a four-time winner of the PGA Championship, in 1999, 2000, 2006 and 2007 – with Rai having watched footage of the 15-time major champion frequently as a child.

Speaking in his press conference, Rai told reporters: “I don’t think we still have the tapes, but we used to watch them a hell of a lot, probably two, three times a week, if not more.

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“He’s obviously such an icon and such a huge figure in the game. At that point, this was someone who was super-human, who was very much someone that I really idolised.

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“I just remember being in awe just watching all of the things that he could do so to have my name with him on this trophy is incredible really.”

‘I wouldn’t be here without my wife’

Rai – whose final-round, five-under 65 included a 70ft birdie putt at 17 and a 40ft eagle at the ninth – credited the upbringing he was given by his parents for his diligence and the personality traits that were praised so heavily by his peers after his win at Aronimink.

He then added: “Golf in itself is an extremely humbling game. There’s so much hard work and discipline that goes into acquiring the skills to become better.

“You also realise that nothing is ever given in this game at any point, whether it’s a tournament, a practice round, even away from a tournament week. All of these things have to be done diligently and require focus.

“There are a lot of guys who work extremely hard. The level on the PGA Tour is so strong, so it is a prerequisite of what is required to try and compete out here.

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U.S Open: Charlie Woods Suffers Heartbreaking Finish At

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U.S Open: Charlie Woods Suffers Heartbreaking Finish At U.S. Open Qualifying Event

Unfortunately for Charlie Woods, he’s still waiting for his breakthrough moment on the golf course.

Charlie Woods, 17, had a chance this Tuesday to progress to final qualifying for the US Open. The son of the 15-time major champion certainly showcased his potential at Eagle Trace Golf Club in Coral Springs, Florida. At the end of the day though, he was dealt a strong dose of heartbreak.

Believe it or not, Woods fell one stroke short of forcing a playoff at Eagle Trace.

Woods essentially had to play catch-up since he carded a bogey on the first hole of the day. He certainly made a charge on the back nine, but he couldn’t summon any magic on the final three holes.

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“A birdie three at the par-4 sixth returned him to level par for the day, only for the 17-year-old to find trouble on the 171-yard par-3 seventh and walk away with a double-bogey. Having made the turn in 38 strokes, Woods knew he would have to dig deep to make it through and he set about producing it with birdies at the par-5 10th and par-4 12th,” Jonny Leighfield of Golf Monthly wrote. “Unfortunately, the Florida-born amateur made par at each of the final three holes to leave himself in a large tie for 10th and wondering what might have been.”

Charlie Woods played in U.S. Open local qualifying today and missed out on a playoff by a shot

Charlie Woods still has a ton of potential.

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As of this moment, Woods is 14th in the Rolex American Junior Golf Association rankings.

Woods, a promising talent at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach, has already committed to Florida State for the 2027 season. He’ll join a recruiting class in Tallahassee that includes the No. 1 junior in Miles Russell.

Time will tell if Charlie Woods can truly live up to the hype.

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Former two-time world champion Shawn Porter has offered his

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Former two-time world champion Shawn Porter has offered his expert opinion on Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua’s expected encounter later this year

Former two-time world champion Shawn Porter has offered his expert opinion on Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua’s expected encounter later this year.

The two heavyweights are set to finally square off, but only if ‘AJ’ comes through his warm-up fight against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on July 25

This represents his first outing since scoring a sixth-round finish over Jake Paul in December, which followed his fifth-round stoppage defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024.

After his triumph over Paul, though, the 36-year-old was involved in a tragic car crash that took the lives of his two close friends.

Following that news, Joshua’s career suddenly seemed in serious doubt, yet he is now gearing up to enter the ring ahead of his long-awaited domestic dustup with Fury.

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‘The Gypsy King’ returned to action last month, unanimously outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov in his first fight since suffering a second points defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024.

But despite Fury’s lack of activity, Porter has told Froch On Fighting that he believes the 36-year-old is still fast and mentally-sharp enough to defeat his British rival.

“I think that Tyson’s fast enough; he’s still a good-enough boxer. I think he beats Anthony Joshua.

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“Anthony has never been the fundamentally-sound boxer that Tyson Fury has been. [He’s] a really good straight-up-and-down-one-two fighter that can hit you, and hit you hard.

“But the thing we’ve seen from him, especially recently, is, if he’s not tapped in mentally, he kind of falls apart as the fight goes on.

“Should Anthony [enter the Fury fight] really tapped in and ready to go, then I think it’s a great 12-round war.”

While the opponent, on paper, is well beneath his level, Joshua’s next outing should offer an indication as to what sort of state he is in, both mentally and physically.

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“We have to push for it” Gervonta Davis to be approached for

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“We have to push for it” Gervonta Davis to be approached for comeback fight ‘very soon

Gervonta Davis’ comeback could soon become clear as “real talks” with an opponent are set to be occurring “very soon”

The 31-year-old has not fought since March 2025, when he retained his WBA world lightweight title with a controversial draw against Lamont Roach.

Since then, ‘Tank’ has been made ‘champion in recess’ by the WBA, largely because of his inactivity but also due to allegations of domestic violence.

Such accusations, which were made by his ex-partner, Courtney Rossel, resulted in Davis being removed from his cancelled exhibition match with Jake Paul last November.

More recently, though, the Baltimore man has teased a ring return, naming Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz – who he unanimously outpointed in 2021 – as a possible opponent at 140lbs.

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If, however, he wishes to reclaim his old WBA title, then Davis will likely be ordered to face the sanctioning body’s No.1 contender at 135lbs, Floyd Schofield.

In pursuit of the ‘Tank’ fight, the father and trainer of ‘Kid Austin’, Schofield Sr, has claimed there are ongoing talks for the pair to collide in July.

Golden Boy boss Oscar De La Hoya has confirmed those talks in media huddle with Fight Hub TV, but also debated whether the 23-year-old, who he promotes, is ready for such a formidable challenge.

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“There will be real talks happening very soon. If ‘Kid Austin’ wants to go after ‘Tank’ then, me as a promoter, [that’s] what I have to get him.

“As a promoter, I still feel that I would give him one more fight and then go after ‘Tank’. But, if he wants it right away – let’s go.

“It wouldn’t be the right decision in my eyes, but if the father and the kid want it, then that’s what I’ll have to push for.

“I’m not sure exactly what ‘Tank’ Davis is doing, but I did hear he does want to fight in the third quarter of this year.”

Schofield has not fought since last June, when a career-best victory thus far came via a first-round demolition of former world champion Tevin Farmer.

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Tiger Woods, girlfriend Vanessa Trump going strong after

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Tiger Woods, girlfriend Vanessa Trump going strong after golf star’s rehab stint: They Are in Love

Tiger Woods is reportedly is “happy” to be back home with girlfriend Vanessa Trump after taking pain-killer treatment “seriously” in Switzerland, sources told People.

Woods, 50, returned to Florida on May 14 after residing at a rehab facility in Zurich for six weeks following his car crash and DUI arrest on March 27.

“Tiger took his trip seriously and is all about continuing his recovery and putting this chapter behind him,” a source in Jupiter told the outlet.

“He is in good spirits and also can’t wait to put the legal issues to rest,” the source added.

The source noted to People that nothing has changed between Woods and 48-year-old Trump since his absence, reporting they’re “still serious” and “in love.”

“Vanessa and Tiger are in love, still serious, and happy to see each other,” the source said.

The insider added Trump “is eager to help him continue with his progress and move beyond any more public scandals — which they both dislike intensely.”

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She also leads an eventful life outside of her relationship with Woods.

“Vanessa is a busy mom, which for the most part does not get in the way of the overall vibe of her relationship with Tiger, [who is] also busy with his life, golf, charity, video game work projects and kids,” the source said.

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“Each was glad to see the other, although they kept in touch while he was away,” a second source told People. “Both of them have responsibilities outside of their personal lives and that factors [into] how much time they can spend together. But each has an ex to share the kids with, so they have had enough time to keep the romance going.”

Trump’s five children have also become “like family” to Woods, the initial source added.

Trump shares five children with ex-husband Donald Trump Jr. — 19-year-old Kai, 17-year-old Donald, 14-year-old Tristan, 13-year-old Spencer and Chloe, 11.

Woods has a daughter, Sam Alexis, 18, and son Charlie, 17, with ex-wife Elin Nordegren.

Woods has become especially close with Kai, who is “a dedicated golfer” around similar age to the professional golfer’s kids, People reported.

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Due to his arrest — during which he was found with two hydrocodone pills in his left pocket — Woods missed the Masters, though he stated he was “hoping to” play in the major tournament in Augusta. An additional source in the golf community told the publication Woods is excited to get back into the game and is putting a great deal of focus into his fitness routine.

“Golf is very much on Tiger’s mind and will be in [the] coming months as he gets back to it here in whatever ways he can,” the source said. “Golf is who he is, and those in the sport respect and like him. He will do whatever he has to to get back in whatever way he can in light of his injuries and age.

“He is not a quitter.”

While Woods has been encouraged to hire a driver, a source told People that they “doubt” he will do so.

Woods previously broke his silence in a post on social media four days following the crash.

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“I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today,” he wrote in the statement. “I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.

“I’m committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”

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Judge rules state prosecutors able to access Tiger Woods’

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Judge Gives Prosecutors Access to Tiger Woods’ Prescription Medication Records

Tiger Woods — A Martin County, Florida, judge ruled Tuesday that state prosecutors can access Tiger Woods’ prescription medication records as part of the ongoing DUI case involving the 15-time major champion.

County Judge Darren Steele approved a subpoena requesting “all prescription medication on file,” including the date and time prescriptions were filled, the type of medication, number of pills prescribed, dosage amounts, instructions for use, refill dates, and all warnings — including those related to operating a motor vehicle while taking the medication. The subpoena covers prescriptions filled between Jan. 1, 2026, and March 27, 2026.

On April 14, Woods’ attorney, Douglas Duncan, challenged the request, arguing that “Mr. Woods has a Constitutional right to privacy,” while acknowledging that the right is “not absolute” if prosecutors can prove the records are relevant to the criminal investigation.

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Duncan also requested a protective order if the court ruled in favor of the state, asking that the prescription records be reviewed confidentially only by prosecutors, law enforcement officials, expert witnesses, and the defense team.

Woods, 50, was arrested on suspicion of DUI on March 27 by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office after a crash involving his SUV and a truck on South Beach Road in Jupiter Island, Florida. Authorities also cited Woods for refusing to submit to a DUI test.

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According to deputies, Woods admitted at the scene that he had taken “a few” prescription medications. Officers reportedly discovered two hydrocodone pills — a prescription painkiller — in his pants pocket during the arrest.

On April 1, a judge approved Woods’ request to leave the county for “comprehensive inpatient treatment.” In a public statement, Woods said, “I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.”

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