BREAKING: Tiger Woods out of surgery—responsive and recovering

According to his agent Mark Steinberg, Woods was taken to a local hospital where he underwent surgery. The statement provided an update on Woods' health as well as details from surgeons at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.

"We thank everyone for the overwhelming support and messages during this tough time. As previously communicated, Tiger was involved in a single-car accident earlier this morning in California. He has undergone a long surgical procedure on his lower right leg and ankle after being brought to the hospital."

"Mr. Woods suffered significant orthopedic injuries to his right lower extremity that were treated during emergency surgery by Orthopaedic trauma specialists at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, a level 1 trauma center. Comminuted open fractures affecting both the upper and lower portions of the tibia and fibula bones were stabilized by inserting a rod into the tibia. Additional injuries to the bones of the foot and ankle were stabilized with a combination of screws and pins. Trauma to the muscle and soft-tissue of the leg required surgical release of the covering of the muscle to relieve pressure due to swelling." - Anish Majajan, MD, Chief Medical Officer & Interim CEO at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

"He is currently awake, responsive, and recovering in his hospital room. Thank you to the wonderful doctors and hospital staff at Harbor UCLA Medical Center, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the Fire Department. Your support and assistance has been outstanding."

"There are no further updates at this time and we continue to thank you for your well-wishes and privacy for him and his family. -TGR"

Police say the vehicle was being operated by Woods, and that he was the only occupant in the vehicle. According to 247 Sports, in December Woods "underwent a microdiscectomy procedure to remove a pressurized disc fragment in his back. In his career, Woods has played 1,322 rounds on the PGA Tour. He recently turned 45 years old and has 82 victories and won 15 majors championships."

Woods had said previously that he hoped to follows his doctor’s advice to increase his rehabilitation process before deciding on a return date to the sport. He had not committed to returning prior to The Masters in April.

The PGA Tour also released a statement Tuesday to support Woods through his recovery.