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Nick Faldo Heads Home After Successful Preventative Open-Heart Surgery

The 68-year-old’s enlarged aorta was repaired at Cleveland Clinic by Dr. Lars Svensson, with Faldo targeting a return to course design plus Masters Week.

Overview

  • Faldo spent two weeks in Cleveland following the scheduled, preventative procedure to repair his aorta.
  • His team announced the update on his official X account, noting he and his wife, Lindsay, are traveling home.
  • The surgery was performed at The Cleveland Clinic by renowned cardiac surgeon Dr. Lars Svensson.
  • Faldo expressed gratitude to his medical team and signaled plans to resume his golf course design work.
  • The six-time major champion also intends to take part in Masters Week in Augusta, referencing "Six back in '96."