Overview
- The 2019 U.S. Open champion disclosed he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder about a year ago after returning to the PGA Tour in 2024.
- He described a triggered episode at last fall’s Procore Championship in Napa when a walking scorer startled him, leading to blurred vision, memory lapse, tears on the fairway and an inability to hit.
- Woodland said doctors advised that, ideally, he should avoid stressful, overstimulating events, yet he intends to continue competing and is in the field at The Players Championship this week.
- He underwent surgery in September 2023 to remove a brain lesion, which halted his seizures but left ongoing psychological aftereffects.
- Woodland praised the PGA Tour for safety protocols and extra security to support him on-course and said he hopes his openness encourages others facing similar struggles.