Gary Woodland reveals daily battle with PTSD after brain tumour surgery
Former US Open champion Gary Woodland has revealed he battles post-traumatic stress disorder daily following surgery to remove a brain tumour in 2023.
The 40-year-old American underwent a serious medical procedure last year to address a lesion found on his brain.
While the operation was deemed a physical success, the mental toll has presented an entirely new and formidable challenge.
A difficult diagnosis
The major winner was only officially diagnosed with the mental health condition approximately one year ago.
“I am battling every day,” Woodland stated when discussing his ongoing recovery journey.
He explained that navigating the emotional aftermath of such a severe health scare has been deeply exhausting.
Return to competitive action
Woodland famously secured his first and only major championship title at Pebble Beach in 2019.
Despite his ongoing health battles, the resilient golfer made an emotional return to the PGA Tour earlier this season.
His decision to speak openly about his psychological struggles brings important awareness to the unseen impacts of major medical trauma.
