Woodland's Courageous Battle Against PTSD: A Beacon of Hope for Athletes Everywhere Gary Woodland's recent struggles with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have shed light on an issue that has long been hidden in plain sight within the world of professional sports.
The PGA Tour golfer, who won the U. S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links in 2019, spoke candidly about his battles with PTSD following a brain surgery procedure in September 2023.
Woodland's openness was met with an outpouring of support from fans, teammates, and fellow athletes alike, with thousands of emails and texts pouring in.