Olivia Asher is a reporter at the New Herald Tribune covering breaking news for the Digital Trends Desk. Before joining the newsroom in 2022, she covered criminal justice issues at the Orlando Plain Dealer.
March 24 , 2025
Los Angeles – Tiger Woods, the legendary professional golfer who has dominated the sport for over two decades, has confirmed his romantic relationship with prominent attorney Alina Habba. The revelation, which has sparked widespread media attention, comes after weeks of speculation surrounding the couple’s private lives.
In a statement released earlier this week, Woods, 49, acknowledged his relationship with Habba, 39, a New Jersey-based lawyer who has gained national recognition for her high-profile legal battles, particularly her work with former President Donald Trump. While the couple had been linked romantically in recent months, this is the first time Woods has publicly addressed the nature of their connection.
“I have always valued my privacy, but I recognize the attention my personal life garners due to my public career,” Woods said in his statement. “I am happy to confirm that I am in a committed relationship with Alina Habba, and I ask that the privacy of both of our families be respected during this time.”
The statement was brief but poignant, acknowledging the public nature of Woods' life and the media frenzy surrounding his relationships. While Woods has long kept his personal life out of the spotlight, his previous high-profile relationships—including his marriage to Elin Nordegren and subsequent highly publicized divorce—have often attracted media scrutiny.
Woods and Habba first made headlines together late last year when they were spotted at a high-profile charity event in New York. The pair were seen in close conversation and appeared to be enjoying each other's company. Although they have not been seen publicly together often, rumors about their romantic involvement began to circulate in early 2025, after the couple was reportedly seen vacationing together in the Caribbean.
Habba, a seasoned attorney, has become a well-known figure in legal circles due to her role in high-stakes cases. Known for her direct approach and strong advocacy, she rose to national prominence in 2021 when she became one of Trump’s leading attorneys during his legal challenges. Her personal life has largely remained out of the public eye, with the legal community primarily focusing on her work rather than her private affairs.
Woods, who has been the subject of intense media scrutiny for much of his career, has had a rocky journey both on and off the golf course. From his rise to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s to his infamous personal scandals and public fall from grace, Woods’ life has often been under a microscope. His struggles with injuries, a DUI arrest, and the dissolution of his marriage with Nordegren have been well-documented. Yet, Woods has also had a remarkable comeback, capturing his fifth Masters title in 2019 and continuing to play competitive golf despite ongoing physical challenges.
This relationship with Habba represents a new chapter in Woods' personal life—one that he appears ready to embrace publicly, even as his privacy is under constant scrutiny.
As Woods navigates this new phase in his personal life, he remains focused on his golfing career, even as his personal matters inevitably draw attention. The professional golfer, whose legacy in the sport is unparalleled, continues to rehab from various surgeries and is expected to compete in select tournaments in the coming years.
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