Overview
- Broadcasters reported Sunday that Fowler has battled a serious sinus infection for more than two years and that offseason surgery is planned once the FedEx Cup playoffs end.
- Sources say repeated rounds of antibiotics and other medical therapy have not cleared the infection, prompting the decision to pursue surgical treatment.
- Observers trace similar illness episodes to the 2023 Ryder Cup and note flare-ups at Bay Hill and the Players Championship, with a high fever and ‘‘loopy’’ feeling reported at the Truist Championship in May.
- Fowler has publicly acknowledged recent flare-ups but has not issued a formal medical statement, and the reporting is based on broadcasters and tournament coverage rather than a team announcement.
- The news arrived as Fowler sat tied for third at the Rocket Classic, three shots off the lead, with the outcome bearing on his push into the FedEx Cup top 30 and preparation before surgery.