Gary Woodland's toughest year recovering from brain surgery is also his proudest
Gary Woodland has strong memories of Bellerive, the closest tournament to his Kansas home. “I'd never seen anything like that,” Woodland said. Woodland is convinced that experience is what enabled him to win the U.S. Open the following year at Pebble Beach, which stands as the biggest moment of his career.
Gary Woodland's toughest year is also his proudest, as he recovers from brain surgery. The former PGA champion, who led after 18 and 36 holes in the 2018 PGA Championship, now battles post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following surgery in September 2023. This year, he has won the Houston Open and reached the top 10 four times, including the U.S. Open.
Woodland faces challenges such as sudden movements, drones, and even carts moving during his rounds, which trigger his PTSD. Despite the pressure, he has earned five sponsor exemptions for the $20 million signature events in 2025. Woodland remains hopeful for the FedEx Cup and to secure a spot in all four major championships next year.
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