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Gary Woodland has opened up about his mental health challenges ahead of the US Masters. According to ABC News, the former US Open champion expressed his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during an interview prior to the prestigious event.

Woodland, who secured his place in the Masters by winning the Houston Open last month, revealed that he experienced feelings of hypervigilance during a round at the tournament. He described a moment where he thought “people were trying to kill me,” a statement he clarified was a serious reflection of his ongoing mental health battles.

The roots of Woodland’s struggles trace back to a significant health scare in September 2023 when a scan revealed a lesion on his brain, necessitating surgery. This procedure, which involved cutting a baseball-sized hole from the side of his head, left him with PTSD symptoms that have affected his performance on the golf course. Despite these challenges, Woodland returned to competitive play in January 2024 and recently demonstrated his resilience by winning the Houston Open.

In his journey to cope with PTSD, Woodland has sought help and emphasized the importance of support from his team and PGA Tour security. He acknowledged that talking about his struggles has made him stronger, and he hopes to inspire others facing similar issues by sharing his story. As he prepares for the Masters, Woodland remains vigilant about managing his mental health in the high-pressure environment of competitive golf.