Gary Woodland to have security detail at the Masters after PTSD battle left him fearing fans 'were trying to kill me'
Daily Mail • • sports
Key Points:
- Gary Woodland will have enhanced security at the Masters due to ongoing mental health struggles, including PTSD, which have caused him to fear fans were trying to harm him during tournaments.
- Woodland underwent brain surgery in September 2023 to remove a benign lesion that caused seizures and anxiety, but symptoms persisted, leading to a PTSD diagnosis.
- Despite these challenges, Woodland won the Texas Children's Houston Open in April 2024, marking his first PGA Tour victory since the surgery and securing his return to Augusta National.
- He emphasized the importance of mental health support, urging others to seek help rather than battle struggles alone, and expressed hope that his openness inspires others facing similar challenges.
- Woodland described his golf game as physically strong but acknowledged the difficulty of maintaining mental stamina, highlighting the ongoing internal battle he faces both on and off the course.
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