Las Vegas – The world was shocked to hear that Tiger Woods, the greatest golf legend of all time, had passed away after a horrific private plane crash. Just 30 minutes ago, the blue sky of Nevada was suddenly lit up by a fierce fire when the Cessna Citation carrying Tiger and his teammates crashed in the northern suburbs of Las Vegas. A global icon, a legend who had captivated millions of hearts, had passed away in tragic tragedy.
The scene was like an apocalyptic picture. Black smoke billowed hundreds of meters into the sky, covering a corner of the sky. Sharp pieces of debris were scattered across the desert, while red flames engulfed the remaining fuselage. The explosion was so loud that windows of houses more than 2km away also shattered. “I heard a thunderous roar, then saw a fireball falling,” a witness told Fox News, his trembling hands still covered in ash.
A crowd quickly gathered, including fans and paparazzi. Camera flashes continuously flashed through the smoke, capturing the moment of panic: Tiger’s teammates, young golfers who accompanied him, ran away from the burning pile of metal. Some collapsed, covering their faces and sobbing. “We tried to pull him out, but the fire was too strong, the heat burned us. Tiger didn’t have time to escape,” a teammate whispered in despair.
Just a few minutes later, sirens blared in succession. Fire trucks, police cars, ambulances rushed in, turning the desert road into a chaotic battlefield. Paramedics rushed into the sea of fire, pulling Tiger Woods from the plane’s wreckage, his whole body burned, no longer having a heartbeat. CPR was performed right on the burning sand, oxygen masks pressed against faces covered in ash, shouts of “Clear!” rang out as the defibrillator continued to flash. But the fragile hope was quickly extinguished. A doctor on duty later confirmed: “He passed away at the scene.”
At University Medical Center, the ICU was lit up with white lights all night. The red monitor kept ringing, the medical team was extremely tense. They kept giving electric shocks, but all efforts were in vain. At 9:12 pm, Tiger Woods’ name was officially added to the list of fallen legends. An era ended.
The bad news spread like wildfire. Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook simultaneously exploded with the words: #PrayForTiger and #GoodbyeTiger climbed to the top 1 trending worldwide in just 10 minutes. Fans around the world were shocked, many livestreamed crying. Barack Obama wrote: “Tiger was more than just a golfer, he was a symbol of strength, of unyielding faith.” Meanwhile, Serena Williams sobbed: “I lost a brother, an inspiration. The world will never have another Tiger Woods.”
Outside the Las Vegas Strip, thousands of people poured in, holding white candles, turning the famous avenue into a sea of mourning light. The song “Amazing Grace” echoed in the night, mixed with the sporadic raindrops falling, reflecting the flickering candlelight on the road. Some fans were so emotional that they jostled each other, causing the protective fence to collapse, creating a chaotic scene. Police were forced to increase their forces to prevent a double disaster.
Meanwhile, a rescue helicopter carrying a group of international reporters rushing to the scene had engine trouble, forcing an emergency landing near Lake Mead. News of this “double incident” further heightened the tragic atmosphere, like a cruel curse.
Tiger’s friends and family were in great pain. His ex-wife Elin Nordegren was seen crying outside a church in Florida, unable to speak. Rory McIlroy choked up as he shared: “Tiger is the one who introduced me to golf, the reason I picked up a club for the first time. Today, I lost a part of my childhood.”
Tomorrow, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to flock to Las Vegas to pay their respects. The White House has just announced that flags will be flown at half-mast for three days. The world is preparing for an “unofficial state funeral” for the man who changed the face of global sports.
Tonight, the lights of Las Vegas are still on, but the light seems to be dimmed by the loss of Tiger Woods. A legend has gone out, but his immortal legacy will forever resonate in the hearts of humanity.
